We are seeking a Procurement Centre Lead. The role will be either a Band 7 or Band 6 dependent 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 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Qualified Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Chain (MCIPS) or equivalent Qualifications/experience.
* Knowledge of a wide range of statistical/numerical techniques and procedures acquired through qualification to degree level or equivalent.
* Good standard of general education, including GCSE English Maths or equivalent.
Desirable
* Project management experience or equivalent qualification.
* Training / knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023.
* Experience in managing a team.
Knowledge
Essential
* Significant experience of negotiating contracts in a large organisation and a track record of achieving significant cost reductions.
* Advanced knowledge in the use of Microsoft office suite of applications including daily use of Microsoft Word & Excel.
* Proactive and self-motivated.
* High level of customer care skills with experience in customer service.
* Enthusiasm and passion for making a difference and for change/improvement.
Desirable
* Knowledge of the NHS Model Hospital.
* Spend Comparison Service or other benchmarking platforms.
* Knowledge of NHS Supply Chain.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
Anchorage Avenue
Shrewsbury Business Park
Shrewsbury
SY2 6LG
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