Crowe UK
B692DG
Full-time
5 days ago
About Crowe Crowe is a leading national firm offering audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services with global reach and local expertise.…
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 are we?
We offer 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 the HCA Healthcare Group, in March 2024, we were named in Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 14th time.
Why us?
Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.
You will receive comprehensive onboarding program at the beginning of your journey to give you the understanding of where we have come from and where we are heading. As you progress, you'll be given stimulating, hands-on experiences to further develop your skills.
HealthTrust Europe 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.
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
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
Builds and nurtures effective customer relationships through frequent interactions and engagement activities.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Salary Range: Competitive Salary
Pension
Critical illness cover
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Hybrid working (up to 2/3 days working from home)
HTE Me Time - block up to two hours per month in your dairy as HTE Me Time. You can undertake activities that support your wellbeing.
Volunteering Leave
Employees can access the following voluntary benefits and more, which are available at set times during the year:
Dental Insurance
Technology at home
Private GP consultations
Private healthcare
Holiday buy/sell
Travel season ticket loan
If you think this role is for you, please apply now!
You maybe also be interested in: Buying Assistant, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Junior Buyer, Procurement
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About Crowe Crowe is a leading national firm offering audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services with global reach and local expertise.…