The opportunity: Procurement Assistant (internally Sourcing Support)
Want to join one of the world's most ethical company?
Are you looking to start a career in procurement?
As a Sourcing Support you will be responsible for working with the Procurement Team to support the finalisation of contract documents and will provide assistance throughout the contract process across multiple categories.
In this role, you will also liaise with suppliers, develop internal and external relationships, identify inefficiencies and implement improvements.
So, who is our client?
Our client offers solutions to manage spend effectively and improve performance, working with both public and private healthcare and non-healthcare providers to optimise the use of products and services to identify cost saving opportunities and best value. As part of a leading international healthcare group, they were recognised in a prestigious global ethics ranking for the 14th time.
Why join our client?
Above all else, our client is committed to caring for and improving the lives of the people they serve.
You will receive a comprehensive onboarding program at the beginning of your journey to give you an understanding of where they have come from and where they are heading. As you progress, you'll be given stimulating, hands‑on experiences to further develop your skills.
Our client offers many opportunities for professional development, such as training programs and continuing education. This allows employees to build new skills and advance their careers within the company.
DUTIES (included, but not limited to):
Category Knowledge
Understands or demonstrates an aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products/services including but not limited to:
Product features and benefits
Product comparisons between supplier offerings and impact on healthcare providers in deriving value through conversion opportunities
Supplier Knowledge
With guidance from manager, uses knowledge about supplier to execute strategies, create leverage, and mitigate risks.
Strategy Development, Validation and Risk Mitigation
For assigned categories, develops the strategy with the support of their manager, seeking guidance for risk issues and agreeing on risk mitigation strategies.
Sourcing Process
- Presents category strategies and final awards to internal stakeholders for review and discussion, prior to being validated by members
- Undertakes a pre‑assessment of award scenarios and utilises outputs to inform sourcing strategies for assigned categories
- Utilises knowledge of procurement processes to determine appropriate procurement approaches required to deliver required value for all stakeholders
- Demonstrates an aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products/services
Supplier and Customer Relationship Management
Supplier
Oversees the supplier relationship during the sourcing process. Participates in supplier business reviews and reviews new products/technologies/services as they arise in assigned categories
Customer
Builds and nurtures effective customer relationships through frequent interactions and engagement activities.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Customer facing experience
- Confident with Customers/Suppliers
- Proactive
- Administration experience
- Experience of coordinating a process
- Possesses good organisational and task‑oriented capabilities
- Excellent oral, written skills and presentation skills
- Possesses developed interpersonal skills to work in a high profile and fast paced team environment
What our client offers:
- Salary Range: Competitive Salary
- Our client offers core benefits such as:
- Pension
- Critical illness cover
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Hybrid working (up to 2/3 days working from home)
- Wellbeing Time - block up to two hours per month in your dairy as Wellbeing Time. You can undertake activities that support your wellbeing.
- Volunteering Leave
- Dental Insurance
- Technology at home
- Private GP consultations
- Private healthcare
- Holiday buy/sell
- Travel season ticket loan
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Procurement Assistant in Birmingham employer: Hireful
EPI-USE Labs is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on SAP project management, employees benefit from exposure to diverse international projects and the opportunity to enhance their skills through recognised methodologies. The company's commitment to innovation and client satisfaction, combined with flexible working arrangements, makes it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
