Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would like to be focused on NHS Digital and Data contracts, with a large focus on procurement and renewals, although the role will cover all aspects of contract management. We are looking for a candidate who has a background in one or more of the following areas: Procurement and/or Contract Management. Experience of Digital Services would also be beneficial The post holder will be responsible for various stages of the contracts from procurement and award through to the end of the contract, and provide support to the Trust's Digital Service managers. The ideal candidate will have sound organisational skill, excellent written and verbal communication, an eye for details and can hit the ground running. The post supports hybrid working with 2 days in the office, the post can be based at either be Lanchester Road Hospital, Durham, DH1 5RD or Flatts Lane Centre, Normanby, TS6 0SZ Main duties of the job The Main Duties for this role are: Identifying and providing advice on procurement routes Leading/assisting on procurement's/Tenders/Renewals (depending on value and complexity) Assisting in drafting up/reviewing specifications, ensuring they contain all relevant areas related to Digital and Data contracts and ensuring appropriate stakeholder input. Assist in drafting/reviewing of contracts and associated documents Involved in supplier meetings Dealing with contractual queries Producing reports on contracts and awards Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting on contract values Develop and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders both internal and external Maintaining the contract register For detailed information on the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. About us The Digital and Data Contracts Team sits within the Digital and Data Department, which is responsible for all the Trust's Digital and Data requirements, covering information reporting, Technical infrastructure, system management, Information Governance and Security. The contracts team plays an important role in overseeing and procuring a wide range of Digital and Data contracts. Date posted 23 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 346-CORP-156-24 Job locations Lanchester Road Hospital Lanchester Road Durham DH1 5RD Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree standard in a relevant subject or demonstrates equivalent gained experience Desirable Qualification with IACCM, ITIL or CIPS Experience Essential Significant experience of working in a large, complex organisation either in an IT/Information Department, Contract Management or Procurement. Experience in using a contract management system, or other tools to record and manage details. Experience of working with and developing relationships with 3rd party suppliers Experience in creating standard operating procedures and other documentation Desirable Experience in using procurement systems Experience in public sector procurement Knowledge Essential Knowledge of contract management processes and techniques Knowledge of procurement processes Knowledge of the development and monitoring of KPI's and SLA's Knowledge of supplier relationship management Desirable Knowledge of public sector procurement routes Skills Essential Report creation and analysis to produce meaningful information Ability to work autonomously, under pressure and meet deadlines using excellent organisational planning skills Excellent organisation and planning skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree standard in a relevant subject or demonstrates equivalent gained experience Desirable Qualification with IACCM, ITIL or CIPS Experience Essential Significant experience of working in a large, complex organisation either in an IT/Information Department, Contract Management or Procurement. Experience in using a contract management system, or other tools to record and manage details. Experience of working with and developing relationships with 3rd party suppliers Experience in creating standard operating procedures and other documentation Desirable Experience in using procurement systems Experience in public sector procurement Knowledge Essential Knowledge of contract management processes and techniques Knowledge of procurement processes Knowledge of the development and monitoring of KPI's and SLA's Knowledge of supplier relationship management Desirable Knowledge of public sector procurement routes Skills Essential Report creation and analysis to produce meaningful information Ability to work autonomously, under pressure and meet deadlines using excellent organisational planning skills Excellent organisation and planning skills Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust Address Lanchester Road Hospital Lanchester Road Durham DH1 5RD Employer's website https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)