HealthNet Homecare are specialists in delivering homecare services for patients, from medical deliveries to nursing support for patients in their own homes.
Working with over 180,000 patients across numerous different therapy areas, our dedicated team offer support to patients with rare and orphan diseases right through to more common conditions. Our aim is to make patients’ lives easier by taking the stress out of managing their medication and ensuring they are confident they are in safe hands with HealthNet.
We are looking for a Group Head of Procurement to join our Operations department.
If you are a passionate and caring individual, seeking a role with a mission statement you can truly get behind, where you can help to make a difference to patients’ everyday lives, then this is the opportunity for you!
Main Responsibilities
The Head of Procurement plays a vital role in the group by overseeing all procurement, pricing, asset management and sustainability activities and ensuring that all processes align with the company's strategic goals.
* Strategic Alignment: Ensuring that procurement strategies support the overall business objectives and contribute to the company's success.
* Cost Efficiency: Identifying opportunities for cost savings and ensuring that procurement activities are conducted in a cost-effective manner.
* Supplier and Customer Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and customers to ensure the best quality and value for the organization.
* Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring that all procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, and managing risks associated with the supply chain.
* Team Leadership: Leading and developing the team to enhance their skills and performance.
* Innovation: Driving innovation in procurement practices.
* Asset Management: Ensuring robust processes are in place to manage assets across the business.
* Pricing: Ensuring robust processes are in place to manage pricing across the business.
* Sustainability: Acting as the lead for all supply chain sustainability initiatives across the group and promoting sustainable sourcing to support the organisation's sustainability goals.
What experience and skills are we looking for?
* Procurement Management: Several years of experience in procurement roles, progressively taking on more responsibility.
* Industry Knowledge: Good understanding of the Healthcare / Pharmaceutical industry.
* Supplier Relations: Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
* Contract Negotiation: Extensive experience in negotiating contracts and managing vendor agreements.
* Team Leadership: Experience leading and developing a procurement team.
* Project Management: Managing large-scale procurement projects from inception to completion.
* Cost Management: Demonstrated ability to achieve cost savings and manage budgets effectively.
* Compliance and Risk Management: Experience ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and managing associated risks.
Qualifications
* Degree – Bachelor's.
* Evidence of purchasing CPD.
* Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve issues that arise during development.
* Business Acumen: Analyze market trends to ensure the app remains competitive.
* Adaptability: Adapt the product strategy based on user feedback and market changes.
* Strong leadership and management skills.
* Diplomacy, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive situations effectively.
* Able to embrace and implement change.
* Exceptional attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What we offer:
* Competitive salary structure.
* 25 days holiday + bank holiday.
* Pension Scheme.
* Ongoing training and development.
* Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 access to remote GP appointments.
* Refer a friend scheme.
* Uniform provided.
* Kit bags for all Homecare Nurses.
* Perks and benefits via Perkbox.
* Long service awards.
If the role sounds of interest, and you want to be a part of a company who truly places our patients at the heart of everything we do, please feel free to apply through our careers page and join us in making a difference.
Please note: Due to a high volume of applications, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you are selected for an interview, we will shortly be in touch.
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