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Procurement Assistant/Assistant Buyer

Ref: 612367

West Midlands, UK

£30,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Cost Savings Specialist
  • Healthcare Procurement Efficiency

About the candidate

The candidate is a dedicated and proactive Procurement Assistant / Assistant Buyer with a substantial background in healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. Having recently contributed significantly to a leading healthcare procurement team in Birmingham, the candidate has demonstrated a strong capacity for cost-saving initiatives and strategic supplier negotiations. The individual brings not just expertise in procurement, but a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical management and strategic supply chain operations, having managed multi-million-pound contracts and delivered substantial savings.

What makes them great?

  • Negotiation and Cost Savings: Achieved over £500K cost savings in biosimilar drugs through strategic negotiations and new supplier engagements.
  • Project Management: Led projects such as the Deliveroo partnership roll-out, which significantly boosted online retail sales.
  • Data Management Excellence: Spearheaded data quality projects and system migrations that enhanced operational efficiencies and data accuracy.

Areas of expertise

  • Procurement Management: Experienced in managing and negotiating contracts for healthcare supplies, resulting in substantial cost savings and improved supply chain efficiency.
  • Strategic Supplier Engagement: Proven track record of engaging with new and existing suppliers to optimise pricing and supply terms, enhancing product availability and compliance.
  • Data Analysis and Insight: Skilled in utilising data analytics and market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and inform procurement strategies.