We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join our Procurement team at The London Clinic, based at our main site in London (W1G 6BW). We are offering a competitive inclusive salary range of £36,450 - £46,014 per annum.

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of "We go further", "We work as one" and "We personalise care."

Job Profile:

As a Buyer, you will work in partnership with department leads and managers to provide and effective procurement service, whilst acting as a primary point of contact for those departments. You will act as an ambassador for the department, influence end user's choice of products, and make sure all queries and complaints are dealt with in a professional and positive way. You will be expected to create purchase orders and work with external suppliers, effectively, economically and in accordance with the London Clinic's Standing Financial Instructions, Delegation of Authorities and procedures. You will be responsible for identifying usage trends and negotiating cost reductions where possible.

• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time.
• Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday.
• Job Location: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW.
• Salary: £36,450 - £46,014 per annum.
• Benefits Package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services. We also offer excellent career development, with clear career pathways and access to further education.

Key Duties:

• Act at all times within the Ethical Code of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply, and within Standards of Business Conduct.
• Respond to general queries and enquiries in a timely and courteous manner, escalating as appropriate.
• Undertake administrative tasks within the department as required, ensuring a smooth-running service.
• Ensure all requisitions have been processed daily and sent to the suppliers.
• Support the tendering/RFQ process and drafting of the documentation, evaluation criteria, tender return evaluation summaries and executive summaries.
• Ensure all orders are raised in line with the London Clinic's Standing Financial Instructions, Delegation of Authorities and purchasing procedures.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience of working under pressure to strict deadlines and prioritising workload.
• Experience gained over a minimum two years working in a similar environment.
• Good, up to date, working knowledge and understanding of procurement procedures.
• Ability to carry out cost benefit analysis using data available.
• Good Interpersonal skill with the ability to absorb new information quickly and then retain it and apply it.
• Ability to persuade and make recommendations to senior managers based on professional judgement and expertise.

The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.