NHS Procurement Strategy Lead: Savings & Compliance

NHS; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategies and manage a team. The role involves ensuring legal compliance, driving savings and efficiency, and working collaboratively across various hospitals. Candidates should have significant purchasing experience, leadership skills, and a strong understanding of procurement legislation. This full-time position requires flexibility to travel across multiple locations in Lancashire and South Cumbria.

Benefits

Training and support

Public sector benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience in a Trust or large organisation.
• Experience in leading complex procurements at a senior level.
• Proficient in EU procurement law and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of procurement strategies for various projects.
• Manage Procurement Managers and set objectives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation.

Skills

Expert knowledge of procurement strategy

Team management

Budget planning

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Professional procurement qualification (MCIPS)

5 GCSEs including English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Analysis software

Job description

A healthcare organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategies and manage a team. The role involves ensuring legal compliance, driving savings and efficiency, and working collaboratively across various hospitals. Candidates should have significant purchasing experience, leadership skills, and a strong understanding of procurement legislation. This full-time position requires flexibility to travel across multiple locations in Lancashire and South Cumbria.