An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Lead to join the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Redevelopment Programme (HHRP)—a once-in-a-generation project that will transform healthcare in Cambridgeshire and beyond. With an estimated value of £800 million, this ambitious programme is set to deliver a state-of-the-art, sustainable digital hospital, aligned with NHS Net Zero and Hospital 2.0 standards by 2030-31.
As HHRP Commercial Lead, you will play a pivotal role in leading procurement and commercial strategies for this major capital programme. Your expertise in strategic procurement, supplier management, and commercial governance will ensure the successful delivery of contracts while securing best value for money. You will oversee the full commercial lifecycle of the project, from planning and procurement through to contract management and supplier performance.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement a comprehensive commercial strategy aligned with Hospital 2.0 and sustainability goals.
* Lead procurement activities for contractors, consultants, and equipment, ensuring compliance with Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023.
* Establish and maintain supplier relationships, driving value for money and contract performance.
* Manage high-value tenders, ensuring efficient, transparent, and compliant procurement processes.
The Commercial Lead will play a pivotal role in the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Redevelopment Programme (HHRP), ensuring robust commercial oversight and procurement strategy for this transformative project. Embedded within the Trust’s HHRP team, the post holder will lead on procurement, contract management, and supplier engagement, ensuring value for money and compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023.
Working closely with senior leadership, finance teams, and project managers, they will drive commercial planning, risk mitigation, and business case development, supporting the successful delivery of the Hospital 2.0 vision. The Commercial Lead will also oversee high-value tenders, contract performance, and strategic supplier relationships, ensuring seamless integration of commercial activity into the wider HHRP programme.
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Qualifications
We are looking for an experienced commercial and procurement professional who thrives in complex, high-value healthcare projects. You will have a strong strategic mindset and the ability to navigate large-scale procurement frameworks while maintaining a focus on efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS) or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
* Extensive commercial management, procurement, or supply chain experience, ideally within healthcare or the public sector.
* Proven track record in managing high-value contracts, supplier negotiations, and cost control.
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.
* Experience of working within public procurement regulations and leading complex transformation programmes.
This role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on the future of healthcare infrastructure in Cambridgeshire. If you have the expertise and leadership to drive this landmark programme forward, we would love to hear from you.
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For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Mike Kennedy at Insight Executive.
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