Head of Procurement

NHS Golden Jubilee; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Procurement to join their team in Glasgow. This pivotal role involves inspiring and delivering excellence in procurement across a diverse range of services. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in procurement management, strong negotiation skills, and a strategic mindset to drive cost improvements. You will lead a team, ensuring best practices are implemented while navigating a politically sensitive environment. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care through innovative procurement strategies. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to inclusivity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a high-calibre procurement professional.
• Strong track record of leading on innovation in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead responsibility for NHS Golden Jubilee’s Procurement Strategy.
• Deliver best practice in procurement services.

Skills

Procurement Management

Negotiation Skills

Strategic Planning

Team Leadership

Cost Improvement

Education

Degree in Business or related field

Professional Procurement Qualification

Job description

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 levels. The role demands a track record in delivering cost improvements, 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.