Job Description

Assistant Procurement Officer - Kick Start Your Procurement Career with the NHS

Recently qualified in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Finance or a related discipline? Ready to take the first step in your procurement career?

MPA Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of the Northern Health & Social Care Trust for an Assistant Procurement Officer based in Ballymena.

Whether you're a newly qualified graduate looking for your first professional role or have previous procurement or purchasing experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a busy NHS procurement team, develop your skills and gain valuable public sector experience.

What's On Offer

• Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm
• Weekly pay
• Holiday Fund
• Immediate start available
• Full training and ongoing support
• Valuable NHS procurement experience
• Newly qualified candidates are encouraged to apply

Your Role

As an Assistant Procurement Officer, you'll support the Trust's procurement team to ensure the efficient purchasing of goods and services.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with purchasing activities across a wide range of goods and services.
• Processing purchase orders and procurement documentation.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries.
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and databases.
• Monitoring deliveries and resolving invoice or order discrepancies.
• Supporting tendering and contract administration activities.
• Ensuring procurement processes comply with Trust policies and public sector regulations.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced candidates.

You should have:

• A qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Finance or another relevant discipline.

OR

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing or a busy administrative environment.

You'll also have:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.

About MPA Recruitment

MPA Recruitment is a trusted recruitment agency supplying staff across healthcare, catering and support services throughout Northern Ireland.

Our team provides ongoing support throughout your assignment, including weekly pay, holiday allowance and access to flexible shifts across a range of local healthcare settings.

Interested? 

This is an opportunity to build a long term career within one of Northern Ireland's largest public sector organisations. You'll gain hands on procurement experience, work alongside experienced professionals and develop skills that will support your future career progression.