Head of Procurement and Supply Chain

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private hospital in Central London is seeking a Head of Procurement and Supply Chain to enhance operations and ensure the highest standards of healthcare. The role requires extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management within a healthcare setting, with opportunities for professional development and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Fantastic Private healthcare scheme

Generous annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Local business discounts & charity shop discount

Access to personal development and training courses

Career progression and salary increments

Exceptional Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading procurement and supply chain operations in healthcare.
• Previous line management experience including team development.
• Strong understanding of procurement ethics in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Implement procurement strategy to support clinical care.
• Analyse market trends to optimise procurement operations.
• Lead and manage the procurement & supply chain team.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Cost-saving identification

Tools

Digital procurement tools (e.g. ERFX)

Inventory systems

Job description

Job Description

Role: Head of Procurement and Supply Chain

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)

Location: London (Onsite – Hospital)

Hours: 37.5 (Full-time) Permanent

An exceptional private hospital in Central London is looking for an experienced Head of Procurement and Supply Chain to join their senior leadership team.

Requirements:

• Proven experience leading procurement and supply chain operations within a healthcare or hospital setting
• Familiarity with digital procurement tools (e.g. ERFX) and inventory systems
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and supply chain risks
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and procurement ethics in healthcare
• Previous line management experience, including team development and resource planning

Main Duties:

• Develop and implement a hospital-wide procurement and supply chain strategy that supports high-quality clinical care
• Analyse market trends and supply chain risks to optimise procurement operations and ensure continuity of supply
• Use digital procurement tools to drive competitive and transparent sourcing processes
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand departmental needs and align procurement practices accordingly
• Lead and manage the procurement & supply chain team, providing clear direction, ongoing training, and performance feedback
• Oversee contract renewals, supplier performance, and cost control across all procurement categories
• Implement risk management strategies, including contingency planning for critical medical supplies
• Co-lead the hospital’s Medical Device Committee, supporting best practice in procurement and safety governance
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and value-for-money purchasing

Benefits:

• Fantastic Private healthcare scheme
• Generous annual leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Local business discounts & charity shop discount
• Access to personal development and training courses
• Career progression and salary increments
• Exceptional Pension Scheme
• And much more...

For more information and a full job description, please call Stonor Medical on 01604 969007

Alternatively, as an expression of interest, please email your CV to [e-mail]