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Employer: NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
Job Title: Procurement Business Officer
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £27,898 to £30,615 a year
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 05 March 2026
Job Summary
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) Procurement Services offers a career that motivates, supports personal development, and provides an opportunity to make a positive impact on the NHS in Wales.
NWSSP Procurement Services is an established organisation that delivers goods and services to NHS Wales. The team aims to be a “trusted advisor” and indispensable partner for customers on all procurement matters. Recognised locally and nationally for its work, NWSSP is committed to adhering to clear values that guide all operations.
The organisation supports staff progression through CIPS qualifications each year, aiming to develop a fully skilled and dedicated professional workforce across the Procure-to-Pay process.
Main Duties of the Job
The Procurement Business Officer will support the Procurement Business Manager in providing professional procurement services to Public Health Wales. Key responsibilities include:
Contributing to the development and achievement of team objectives.
Supporting operational procurement tasks to ensure compliance and efficiency.
Engaging with stakeholders to maintain effective working relationships.
Additional Notes:
Speaking Welsh is desirable, though both Welsh and English speakers are welcome.
This is a fixed-term post for 24 months to meet service needs.
About NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
NWSSP expects employees to embrace its core values:
Listening and Learning
Working Together
Taking Responsibility
Innovating
The organisation encourages agile working and continuous learning. NWSSP is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion, with a focus on employee wellbeing and belonging.
Excellent customer service is expected for both internal and external customers. Staff benefit from a comprehensive package. For more information, visit: NWSSP Working for Us.
NWSSP operates agile working practices, allowing staff to work from home or other locations where possible, balancing flexibility with collaboration and learning opportunities.
Job Responsibilities
A full Job Description and Person Specification are available in the supporting documents or via the “Apply Now” link in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential:
Qualified to CIPS Level 4 / NVQ 2/3 or equivalent experience
5 GCSEs grade C and above, including Maths & English, or equivalent experience
Desirable:
Tendering and specification writing
Abilities
Essential:
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proven ability to use Microsoft products
Desirable:
Ability to work positively as part of a team
Ability to analyse and interpret complex data sets
Ability to work to deadlines
Experience
Essential:
Proven ability to establish and enhance effective working relationships with stakeholders
Knowledge of professional purchasing principles via NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply
Knowledge of contract law acquired through short courses and experience
Desirable:
Tendering and specification writing
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications.
How to Apply
If this opportunity interests you, visit the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.
