Procurement Officer (Healthcare Sector)
Profectus Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading organisation in the healthcare services industry to find a driven and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to join their team. Ideally you will have 3 years+ working within Healthcare or the NHS in a similar position
As a Procurement Officer, you will be a critical part of the Procurement Function, supporting the implementation of procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving operational excellence. This is a hands-on role that combines operational procurement and purchasing tasks, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering value and efficiencies across multiple systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement and Purchasing
- Support the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
- Conduct market analysis to identify suppliers and negotiate competitive contracts.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure collaboration and performance improvements.
- Mitigate supply chain risks and disruptions proactively.
- Manage purchase orders across multiple systems, becoming a superuser in different platforms.
Contract Management
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating supplier contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly.
- Support the effective management of contract renewals and amendments.
Operational Excellence
- Contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of procurement processes and procedures.
- Leverage procurement tools and systems to improve operational efficiency.
- Analyse procurement data to identify trends and generate cost-saving opportunities.
Collaboration & Guidance
- Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, finance, and legal to achieve successful procurement outcomes.
- Provide procurement support and guidance to internal teams and external partners.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
Essential Qualifications & Skills
- GCSEs / A-Levels (or equivalent).
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Desirable Qualifications & Skills
- Logistics, Supply Chain, or Procurement qualifications.
- CIPS Level 3/4 or equivalent procurement certification.
- Knowledge of NHS and public procurement regulations and guidelines.
Salary is competitive and is released on application.
If interested please apply with your latest CV for an immediate response.