Job summary Would you like to develop your career in procurement? We are looking for a Procurement Manager to facilitate complex procurement projects and to support and develop our team. You will play a key role in supporting the strategic direction whilst developing others enhancing your management and leadership skills. If you are a highly motivated individual who has the drive, enthusiasm and ability to work in a challenging and rewarding environment then we'd like to speak to you so we can explain more about this exciting opportunity and why it's a great time to join our team at Synchronicity Care Limited. We can offer you a unique opportunity for you to broaden your procurement career, with a platform to network, continue to develop your skills and reputation in the region and help you to access onward training and development. The role is flexible and we offer hybrid working. Remote working would be considered For an informal chat please call or e-mail Amanda McElroy, Senior Procurement Manager on 07584774193 or email amandamcelroynhs.net Main duties of the job The ideal candidate will have demonstratable experience within public sector procurement in tendering, facilitating procurement projects and developing procurement forward plans. The candidate will have excellent stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to lead procurement meetings and influence procurement plans, prioritisation of work, and in addition be able to use e-Tendering systems and work on their own initiative. The ideal candicate will act as an advocate to drive improvements in the development and implementation of procurement documentation, policies and ways of working to achieve best practice and compliance. Managing and mentoring a small number of procurement professionals, supporting individuals to develop their knowledge and skills to progress and improve peformance will be a key element of the role and is a perfect opportunity to develop and enhance your management and leadership skills. About us CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT. CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from: A Competitive salary Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time) Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate) Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate) Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £51,970 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number M9439-24-0122 Job locations The Centre For Health Traynor Way Whitehouse Business Park Peterlee County Durham SR8 2RU Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please head to the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please head to the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MCIPS (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or equivalent experience. Evidence of continued professional development. Desirable Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post. Experience Essential Proven experience of managing within a complex procurement environment at a senior level that demonstrates expert knowledge in EU / UK procurement legislation and its application proven experience of managing large complex procurement programmes that cut across a variety of stakeholders staff development and mentoring proven experience of developing commercial relationship that provide benefits (including financial) to the organisation proven ability to influence and negotiate, delivering results strong relationship management designed to deliver and implement project delivery in an challenging environment an ability to use data and spend analysis to drive and influence change successful project management presentation skills to promote engagement proven experience of delivery, year on year against strategic targets and objectives Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Highly developed specialised knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and its application within the public sector. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and a wealth of experience. Proven track record of forging robust stakeholder relationships with the skills to on-board and motivate stakeholders throughout a programme of work. Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience. Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and influencing all levels of Trust staff and external agencies Analytical skills IT Skills literate in Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Excel & Powerpoint Must be pragmatic and structured Knowledge of eProcurement systems Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans Strong leadership and management skills including coaching and mentoring Special Requirements Essential A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location Person Specification Qualifications Essential MCIPS (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or equivalent experience. Evidence of continued professional development. Desirable Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post. Experience Essential Proven experience of managing within a complex procurement environment at a senior level that demonstrates expert knowledge in EU / UK procurement legislation and its application proven experience of managing large complex procurement programmes that cut across a variety of stakeholders staff development and mentoring proven experience of developing commercial relationship that provide benefits (including financial) to the organisation proven ability to influence and negotiate, delivering results strong relationship management designed to deliver and implement project delivery in an challenging environment an ability to use data and spend analysis to drive and influence change successful project management presentation skills to promote engagement proven experience of delivery, year on year against strategic targets and objectives Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Highly developed specialised knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and its application within the public sector. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and a wealth of experience. Proven track record of forging robust stakeholder relationships with the skills to on-board and motivate stakeholders throughout a programme of work. Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience. Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and influencing all levels of Trust staff and external agencies Analytical skills IT Skills literate in Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Excel & Powerpoint Must be pragmatic and structured Knowledge of eProcurement systems Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans Strong leadership and management skills including coaching and mentoring Special Requirements Essential A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location Employer details Employer name CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd) Address The Centre For Health Traynor Way Whitehouse Business Park Peterlee County Durham SR8 2RU Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)