Job Advert
Procurement Officer
Base – Gyle Square, Edinburgh
12 month fixed term position – 37.5 Hours per Week
AfC Band 5 – £26,104 - £32,915 per annum
As the frontline of the NHS in Scotland, the Scottish Ambulance Service provides an emergency ambulance service to a population of over 5 million people serving all of the nation’s mainland and island communities. We employ almost 8,000 staff working across Scotland to deliver services 24/7 every day of the year.
Our procurement team requires a Procurement Officer to join its established team on a 12 month fixed term basis. The procurement team provides services to three special health boards in a shared service arrangement.
We are looking for an enthusiastic team-player to deal with all activities for purchasing using the e-Procurement system (Pecos), requests for quotations and other procurement activities. The role offers the chance to get involved in a range of procurement activities in a fast-moving and varied environment, including collaborative work with other national boards.
Ideally, you will have a experience of using Pecos, a good awareness of procurement and experience of NHS systems and processes. You will have good written and verbal communication skills, with team working and influencing being particular strengths. A confident, professional approach and the ability to contribute effectively to a small team in a busy environment are vital.
If you have the skills and experience required, we can offer a career development opportunity with an attractive benefits package, including pension scheme.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact;
Alex Little - Deputy Head of Procurement on 07747 768959 / Alex.little1@nhs.scot or
Nicola Hart - Senior Procurement Specialist on 07833 483793 / nicola.hart@nhs.scot or
Sam Torrance - Senior Procurement Specialist on 07881 356353 / sam.torrance@nhs.scot