NHS Interim Senior Procurement & Commercial Consultant

Practicus Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Practicus Ltd is seeking an Interim Senior Procurement & Commercial Consultant to support NHS programs aimed at reducing unemployment through health interventions. This part-time hybrid role involves leading procurements and advising on commissioning strategies, requiring extensive knowledge of NHS frameworks. The position offers a competitive daily rate and flexible working.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of NHS commissioning (ICB/CCG level).
• Experience working within ICB SFIs and NHS procurement frameworks.
• Confidence in stakeholder engagement and influencing.

Responsibilities

• Leading or advising on procurements, including tenders and contract variations.
• Supporting decisions around commissioning and contract strategy.
• Ensuring all commercial activity is compliant with NHS policies.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Stakeholder Engagement

Contract Management

Procurement Expertise

Job description

Interim Senior Procurement & Commercial Consultant - NHS

North West | £475/day | Outside IR35 | Hybrid | Part-Time (3-4 days/week)

Are you a commercially astute procurement expert with a background in NHS commissioning? We're looking for an experienced interim consultant to support an innovative programme aimed at tackling unemployment and economic inactivity through health-focused interventions.

This initiative needs someone who can hit the ground running, offering expert commercial advice and hands-on delivery around service commissioning and procurement.You'll be working closely with key stakeholders to help shape, source, and stand up new interventions at pace.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading or advising on procurements, including tenders and contract variations
• Supporting decisions around commissioning and contract strategy
• Interpreting and varying contracts to meet new service needs
• Ensuring all commercial activity is fully compliant with NHS policies and regulations
• Advising colleagues and clients on best practice, and working collaboratively across teams

What you'll bring:

• In-depth knowledge of NHS commissioning (ICB/CCG level)
• Experience working within ICB SFIs and NHS procurement frameworks
• A hands-on approach with the ability to manage fast-paced, flexible commercial projects
• A depth of Procurement and Contracts experience in commissioning settings
• Confidence in stakeholder engagement and influencing

This part-time, hybrid role runs until the end of December with the potential to extend through to March 2026.

WHY WORK WITH PRACTICUS?
We've been supporting the NHS with the provision of senior interims since 2004.We care about what we do as much as you care about what you do.If you feel you could help my client and the many people whose lives would be improved and enriched by the successful delivery of this portfolio, then I'd absolutely love to hear from you.

Apply now to learn more and express your interest.

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