Procurement Advisor

NHS Resolution; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

27 days annual leave

Eye care vouchers

Blue Light Card

Job summary

NHS Resolution is seeking a proactive Procurement Advisor on a maternity cover/permanent basis to manage end-to-end procurement of digital and technology contracts. The role collaborates with technical experts and senior stakeholders to ensure value for money and regulatory compliance.

You will lead tender processes, advise on compliance with public sector rules, draft documents, evaluate bids and negotiate with suppliers, while maintaining our contracts database and delivering clear reports.

Qualifications

• Experience managing invitation to tenders within the UK public sector.
• Procurement experience in the Digital and Technology category.
• Solid understanding of UK procurement legislation including the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage a complex workload and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital and technology procurement projects end to end.
• Provide expert advice on procurement and public sector compliance.
• Draft tender documents, manage evaluations and negotiate with suppliers.
• Maintain contracts database and produce insightful reports.
• Champion procurement best practice across the organisation.

Skills

Public sector tendering

Digital & technology procurement

UK procurement law

Negotiation skills

Time management

Job description

We have a vacancy for a proactive and commercially minded Procurement Advisor to cover maternity leave for up to a year.

This is an exciting time to join NHS Resolution as our Procurement Team is undergoing a programme of transformation. The Procurement Advisor will play a key role in this journey.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to specialise in digital and technology procurement, helping to shape the future of how we source and manage critical services that support NHS Resolution. You will manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for a diverse portfolio of contracts, primarily focused on digital and technology but with opportunities to support other business areas.

As a key member of the team, you'll work collaboratively with technical experts and senior stakeholders, providing expert advice and ensuring we achieve value for money while maintaining full regulatory compliance. Your ability to build strong relationships and navigate complex commercial landscapes will be crucial to your success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading on a variety of digital and technology procurement projects.
• Providing expert advice on procurement and compliance with public sector regulations.
• Drafting tender documents, managing evaluations, and negotiating with suppliers.
• Building and maintaining our contracts database and producing insightful reports.
• Championing procurement best practice across the organisation.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience managing invitation to tenders within the UK public sector.
• Experience of procurement in the Digital and Technology category.
• A solid understanding of UK procurement legislation, including the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• The ability to manage a complex workload and meet tight deadlines.

Please see the job description and person specification for further details

What We Offer In Return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• We are a committed flexible and family-friendly working organisation supporting individuals in having a work and life balance
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Work in a progressive environment towards data-driven strategies
• A commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme and a minimum of 27 days Annual Leave.
• Commitment to support individuals in having a work and life balance, offering flexible working arrangements

When joining the NHS family, there are a wealth of savings, discounts and support you will be able to access

• 24 hours employee assistance programme from PAM Wellness (EAP)
• Eye care vouchers for Specsavers
• Blue Light card, a discount service for the emergency services and the NHS
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan scheme

Who We Are

We are NHS Resolution, an arm's length body of the Department of Health and Social Care. We provide expertise to the NHS to resolve concerns fairly, share learning for improvement, and preserve resources for patient care. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all professional backgrounds.

Please see our careers site for further details about us

Closing date: 31st August 2026 at 23:59.

You must have the right to live and work in the UK. If you require a Visa, NHS Resolution is currently unable to support sponsorship requests.