Commodity Manager - Procurement

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Glasgow is looking for a Commodity Manager for the Digital Services Procurement team. This role involves leading a team, managing sizeable contracts, and representing the organization in various forums. Ideal candidates should be degree-educated with professional qualifications in procurement and extensive knowledge of contract law. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, and the organization promotes diversity and inclusion in hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Hold a Professional qualification in Procurement and Supply.
• Knowledge of contract law and public procurement legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team within the Digital Services Commodity team.
• Represent NHS GGC on National Procurement Commodity Advisory Panels.
• Manage multi-million pound cross-directorate Digital Services contracts.

Skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree level education

Professional qualification in Procurement and Supply

Job description

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Shift Pattern

The shift pattern for this post is Monday-Friday 0800-1600 / 0900 - 1700

About the Role

We have a Commodity Manager post vacant within the Digital Services Procurement team. The post holder will be a member of the Digital Services Procurement team led by the Commercial Team Manager and will contribute to the development of the Digital Services commodity team strategy and be responsible for delivering the overall procurement, health board and NHSS strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and directly manage a team within the Digital Services Commodity team section of the NHS GGC Procurement Department, including associated divisions and directorates, ensuring maximum efficiency of resources, achievement of value for money and risk and liability management.
• Represent NHS GGC on National Procurement Commodity Advisory Panels, regional workshop events and other initiatives to ensure NHS GGC’s requirements are met for national contracts.
• Lead all aspects of multi‑million pound cross‑directorate Digital Services contracts covered by their team’s portfolio, including the analysis, selection, award and management of said contracts.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent and hold a Professional/Postgraduate qualification in Procurement and Supply (e.g. CIPS Professional Diploma Level 6) or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of contract law and public procurement legislation.
• Excellent management, communication and inter‑personal skills.

Contact

Informal contact: Bekka McManus – Commercial Team Manager on 07977530300 or [e-mail]

Information for candidates

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde– NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHS GGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

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