Head of Procurement

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Head of Procurement to inspire and lead procurement strategies across its services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record of managing teams effectively. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and operational efficiency within the NHS.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a high calibre procurement professional.
• Experience of operating at senior management level.
• Strong track record of leading on innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead responsibility for NHS Golden Jubilee’s Procurement Strategy.
• Deliver best practice in procurement services.
• Manage teams effectively in a politically sensitive environment.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Innovation

Job description

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NHS Golden Jubilee is made up of a family of facilities, including the Golden Jubilee University National Hospital, Research Institute and Conference Hotel. We are also host to the national Centre for Sustainable Delivery and the NHS Scotland Academy in conjunction with NHS National Education for Scotland (NES).

We are proud to provide a quality service delivering person-centred, safe and effective care for every patient. Our patients and the people who use our services are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to take account of their needs and wishes, with a key focus on living our values. To fill the post of Head of Procurement, you will need to embody all of these principles and live them as part of your daily life.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Head of Procurement will have the skills to both inspire and deliver as we seek to bring the very best patient care to all across our full portfolio of services.

The Person

• Extensive experience as a high calibre procurement professional to influence change at both operational and strategic level. The role demands a track record in delivering cost improvement, an eye for detail and a keen sense of value as well as strategic ability
• Experience of operating at senior management level
• The ability to take lead responsibility for critical elements of the delivery of NHS Golden Jubilee’s Procurement Strategy and will take a lead role in the delivery of best practice
• Strong track record of leading on innovation to ensure a modern, effective and fit for purpose procurement service
• An experienced manager with highly developed operational experience and proven delivery at a strategic level with evidence of successfully managing teams
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to operate and influence in an often politically sensitive environment are further requisites of the job
• Possess an understanding of the NHS.
  
  

For an informal discussion on the post and application process, please contact our Senior Appointments Team: [e-mail]

Closing date: 26 May 2025

Interview Date: 2 and 3 June 2025

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee 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.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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