Job summary We're on the lookout for a knowledgeable, hard-working Category Manager to join our growing award-winning team based at offices in Regent Court- Edgbaston, Birmingham. The objective of the role is to identify, develop and deliver credible savings/work plans within the IT category and engage with stakeholders for the corporate functions. Whilst ensuring all procurement activity is undertaken in accordance with public procurement legislation and Trust standing financial instructions. You will need to be skilled in contract management and who is confident influencing and working with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Your ability to drive value for money and deliver solutions is key to the role. You will establish, develop, and maintain professional relationships between Heads of Departments, Operational Leads and Senior Finance Managers and provide regular updates on project progress. You shall form part of a team spanning multiple corporate categories where you shall work collaboratively to utilise initiative and share knowledge that feeds into the ICB/Trust/Department strategy. Main duties of the job Manage the Corporate procurement for all Trusts within the BSOL PC, primarily within the IT category, however support across other areas such as Professional Services, Facilities Management, Estates and Capital works may also be required Sourcing, negotiating and procuring of IT software, hardware and infrastructure Identify projects and develop work plans and cost improvement programmes on an annual basis with regular reviews and updates throughout the year to deliver the agreed objectives and targets Develop an IT procurement strategy and implementation of the agreed strategy, including getting buy in from the IT departments across BSOL Lead on and manage complex procurement/tender exercises, including the creation of tender and contract documentation Provide specialist procurement knowledge across a broad spectrum of areas covered by the BSOL PC Develop and maintain a sound knowledge of all relevant commodities and supply markets through conducting market research Manage the introduction of alternative products and sources of supply to achieve high levels of rationalisation and/or standardisation and be a key influencer and participate in user consultation groups About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £43,742 to £50,056 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 11664 Job locations Regent Court Second Floor, 14, George Road Birmingham West Midlands B15 1NT Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good Standard of General Education Degree level or relevant equivalent experience Desirable Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Level 4 qualification (or above) Graduate Diploma or working towards Experience Essential Experience of working in a Procurement team Experience in Corporate Services Procurement covering IT areas/category Demonstrable successful project management experience with proven ability to deliver projects on-time Experience of contract, stakeholder & supplier management Experience of working with a wide range of Stakeholder groups Experience of negotiating complex contracts Sound knowledge of contract management Knowledge of best practice in Procurement & supply Desirable Experience in Public Sector or NHS procurement Knowledge of the application of UK procurement legislation/ tendering processes & procedures Experience in using online Tendering platforms such as Atamis Delivery of demanding savings targets through procurement activities Additional Criteria Essential Communication/Relationship Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people/stakeholders at all levels Able to identify and manage issues as they arise and demonstrate problem solving skills Excellent negotiation and financial adjudication skills to manage complex high value projects Analytical & Judgement Skills: Excellent negotiation and financial skills to manage complex high value contracts Ability to solve complex problems in an innovative way Ability to analyse complex information and /or present in a clear format Excellent presentation skills with an ability to disseminate essential and complex information to multidisciplinary group Planning & Organisational Skills: Ability to work on own initiative or with minimal supervision Project management and leadership skills, with the ability to use own initiative and work under pressure People Management/Leadership/Resources: Able to communicate, to lead and develop and manage staff Ability to lead teams and facilitate meetings Ability to influence senior members of staff and gain credibility in a clinical and management environment Team player with the ability to contribute effectively IT Skills: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word High level of personal professionalism Evidence of commitment to Continual Professional Development (CPD) Confident to present/represent procurement at senior meetings Pro-active can do attitude Committed to delivering positive outcomes Enthusiastic Self- Motivated Team player Excellent communication skills Flexible approach to working times and location Desirable Innovative Methodical Problem Solving Analytical Assertiveness Dynamic Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good Standard of General Education Degree level or relevant equivalent experience Desirable Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Level 4 qualification (or above) Graduate Diploma or working towards Experience Essential Experience of working in a Procurement team Experience in Corporate Services Procurement covering IT areas/category Demonstrable successful project management experience with proven ability to deliver projects on-time Experience of contract, stakeholder & supplier management Experience of working with a wide range of Stakeholder groups Experience of negotiating complex contracts Sound knowledge of contract management Knowledge of best practice in Procurement & supply Desirable Experience in Public Sector or NHS procurement Knowledge of the application of UK procurement legislation/ tendering processes & procedures Experience in using online Tendering platforms such as Atamis Delivery of demanding savings targets through procurement activities Additional Criteria Essential Communication/Relationship Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people/stakeholders at all levels Able to identify and manage issues as they arise and demonstrate problem solving skills Excellent negotiation and financial adjudication skills to manage complex high value projects Analytical & Judgement Skills: Excellent negotiation and financial skills to manage complex high value contracts Ability to solve complex problems in an innovative way Ability to analyse complex information and /or present in a clear format Excellent presentation skills with an ability to disseminate essential and complex information to multidisciplinary group Planning & Organisational Skills: Ability to work on own initiative or with minimal supervision Project management and leadership skills, with the ability to use own initiative and work under pressure People Management/Leadership/Resources: Able to communicate, to lead and develop and manage staff Ability to lead teams and facilitate meetings Ability to influence senior members of staff and gain credibility in a clinical and management environment Team player with the ability to contribute effectively IT Skills: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word High level of personal professionalism Evidence of commitment to Continual Professional Development (CPD) Confident to present/represent procurement at senior meetings Pro-active can do attitude Committed to delivering positive outcomes Enthusiastic Self- Motivated Team player Excellent communication skills Flexible approach to working times and location Desirable Innovative Methodical Problem Solving Analytical Assertiveness Dynamic 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 University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Regent Court Second Floor, 14, George Road Birmingham West Midlands B15 1NT Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)