Diagnostic Network Procurement Manager

NHS; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement initiatives within the East of England Diagnostic Network Team. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in procurement, capable of leading processes that enhance cost efficiency and quality across member trusts. This position supports a commitment to innovation and excellence in procurement, ensuring optimal outcomes for the network teams.

Qualifications

• Background in procurement or contracting required.
• Ability to lead procurement processes effectively.
• Experience in identifying areas for quality improvement and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Lead specific project streams for Cost Improvement Programmes.
• Engage in regional procurement initiatives to leverage expertise.
• Deliver innovative procurement opportunities for member trusts.

Skills

Procurement process leadership

Cost reduction strategies

Contract management

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant qualifications in procurement

Job description

Overview

Job summary

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to join us within the East of England Diagnostic Network Team. The network team have expanded to include four diagnostic networks: Pathology, Imaging, Endoscopy and Physiological Sciences. Our collaborative approach is central to our operations, and we are committed to supporting our trusts within the procurement domain.

Diagnostic networks are an advocate in creating an environment to support all our staff to develop and grow, share skills and knowledge, embrace innovation, deliver excellence and value within our procurement activities and has the ambition to become a world class procurement function of the future.

In this role you will lead specific project streams aimed at delivering Cost Improvement Programmes (CIP) at the local trust level. By engaging in regional procurement initiatives, participating trusts can leverage collective expertise and economies of scale to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.

You will need a background in procurement or contracting, with relevant qualifications or substantial experience. You will demonstrate the ability to lead procurement processes that are commercially sound and represent the best interests of the network. You will be able to identify areas to improve quality and reduce costs and help deliver innovative opportunities for member trusts.

This post is until 31st March 2026. Internal applicants currently employed by ESNEFT will be offered on a secondment basis only.