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Senior Commodity Officer - Procurement

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NHS Scotland

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Healthcare
  • Glasgow

AI generated summary

  • You must provide original responses to application questions without using AI or third-party assistance, ensuring all answers reflect your personal knowledge and experience.
  • You will manage national contracts, ensure legal compliance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support local Health Board contracting in various spend categories to enhance procurement effectiveness.

Requirements

  • Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies.
  • Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

Responsibilities

  • Join our Commercial Team, where we manage national contracts tendered by National Procurement on behalf of Health Boards, alongside key local contracting and tendering activities.
  • Our work is crucial for ensuring legal compliance and identifying cost-saving opportunities that drive the Sustainability & Value Programme.
  • As part of a recent departmental review, these positions have been created within the existing structure to address the evolving needs of our service and to build an optimal skill mix for the future.
  • The Commercial Procurement teams are responsible for implementing national contracts and advancing local Health Board contracting.
  • These teams are divided into categories of spend, including Medical/Surgical Consumables, Facilities, Estates, Corporate, and Capital Equipment purchases and associated maintenance contracts.
  • Additionally, there is a small standalone team dedicated to Sustainability & Value (S&V) activities.
  • These roles are ideal for individuals seeking a career as specialist procurement professionals, offering opportunities to expand their expertise and achieve procurement qualifications.
  • If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that makes a meaningful impact in healthcare procurement, we encourage you to apply.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format with 2 days in the office.

What types of roles does NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde employ?

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde employs a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions, covering approximately 40,000 staff members.

What is the focus of the Commercial Team?

The Commercial Team manages national contracts tendered by National Procurement on behalf of Health Boards, along with key local contracting and tendering activities.

What kind of opportunities do these roles within the Commercial Team offer?

These roles offer opportunities for individuals to expand their expertise in procurement and achieve procurement qualifications.

What categories of spend does the Commercial Procurement team handle?

The Commercial Procurement team handles categories including Medical/Surgical Consumables, Facilities, Estates, Corporate, and Capital Equipment purchases and associated maintenance contracts.

Who can I contact for informal inquiries regarding the role?

You can contact Chris Gannon, Commercial Manager, at 07814 939 800 or via email at Chris.gannon@nhs.scot.

Is there a commitment to diversity and inclusion at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde?

Yes, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes a culture of inclusion across the organization and is proud of its diverse workforce.

Does NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde support applications from the Armed Forces Community?

Yes, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is a Forces Friendly Employer and supports applications from the Armed Forces Community, recognizing military skills and experience.

What should candidates be cautious about when completing their application?

Candidates should be careful to provide original and authentic responses to all application questions, as the use of AI or automated tools to generate or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged.

What might happen if a candidate fails to comply with the application requirements?

Failure to comply with the application requirements may result in the withdrawal of the application from the process.

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NHS Scotland

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Their mission is to provide healthcare services that are accessible to all residents of Scotland, promoting health and wellbeing while delivering high-quality care. Their purpose encompasses delivering comprehensive healthcare services, from primary care to specialized treatments, with a focus on improving health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all Scottish residents. They also emphasize public health initiatives and disease prevention strategies to enhance the overall health of the population.