Job overview
We are seeking a Procurement Centre Lead. The role will be either a Band 7 or Band 6 dependant upon experience. For the Band 7, we would love to hear from procurement professionals with NHS experience of working within a clinical category, however significant procurement experience ideally within the public sector and with the willingness to learn a new category would be equally favourable. For the Band 6 we would be looking for someone ideally with some knowledge of procurement / stores or Logistics within the public sector, however a positive attitude and willingness to learn is essential as we are willing to develop the right person.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be expected to provide professional procurement advice, and to lead the procurement process to deliver best value and service to the member Trust/s. They will strategically manage non pay expenditure within the respective centres/divisions. To take lead responsibility for the delivery of strategic and operational procurement within centres/divisions.
- To take lead responsibility for the delivery of strategic and operational procurement within centres/divisions.
- To deliver aspects of a complex contracts work plan and participate in appropriate consortia. This will include the achievement of annual savings targets, compliance with all legislation, identifying areas for future investigation and bringing added value to the benefit of the Trust/s.
- To take the lead in all relevant internal and external meetings to raise the profile and improve service delivery of the procurement function.
- Work at centre/division level to review non pay spend and identify cost improvement initiatives in conjunction with centre manager and deputy manager and Head of Procurement.
- Responsible for delivering CIP for centre/division non pay procurement initiatives.
- Work across Trusts/divisions to collaborate across the ICS where necessary to deliver mutual benefits.
- To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Working for our organisation
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Shropshire Healthcare Procurement Service (SHPS) is a shared service delivering professional procurement services for The Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals NHS Trust, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust and NHS Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Integrated Care Board.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.