Procurement Specialist

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage FM procurement projects, develop contracts, and enhance stakeholder collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a relevant diploma, substantial experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to project management. The role offers NHS terms, annual leave, and employee benefits.

Benefits

NHS terms of service and annual leave

Access to employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Postgraduate Diploma in Purchasing & Supply or equivalent.
• Expertise in Contract Management and EU Procurement.
• Knowledge of professional purchasing principles.
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).
• Experience in the public sector and knowledge of regulations.
• Membership of CIPS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage procurement projects.
• Develop and deliver contracts for hospital operations.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Apply understanding of tendering and contract management.

Job description

Procurement Specialist – University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

The closing date is 25 September 2025

Overview

Wessex NHS Procurement Limited (WPL) offers a fantastic opportunity to join our Facilities Management procurement team. The role sits at the heart of FM, shaping and delivering contracts across catering, retail services, security, portering, and sustainability projects to support day-to-day hospital operations and the patient and staff experience across the Trusts.

Responsibilities

You will:

• Lead and manage procurement projects within Facilities Management, from tendering to contract management, ensuring value for money and strategic outcomes.
• Develop and deliver contracts that support hospital operations, including multi-million-pound catering contracts and sustainability initiatives.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships, manage projects from start to finish, and work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes.
• Apply understanding of tendering, contract management and e-procurement to inform decision making and supplier selection.

You will work closely with the procurement team and stakeholders, taking ownership of projects and supporting others as needed.

About us

At WPL, we support the NHS in Hampshire by delivering end-to-end procurement and supply chain services for University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. WPL is a wholly owned subsidiary of both trusts, offering opportunities to contribute to the wider NHS and improve healthcare services across the region.

Our services include strategic sourcing, tendering, contract management, inventory oversight, distribution, and materials management across Southampton, Basingstoke, Winchester, and Andover. Joining WPL means being part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team collaborating with stakeholders to drive innovation, efficiency, and value.

Employee Benefits

• NHS terms of service and annual leave
• Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts on groceries, high street shopping, family outings, holidays, and more

For more information, visit: www.wessexprocurement.nhs.uk

Qualifications / Training

• Postgraduate Diploma in Purchasing & Supply or equivalent
• Expertise in Contract Management and EU Procurement through formal training and experience
• Knowledge of professional purchasing principles
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
• Experience in the public sector and working knowledge of regulations
• Membership of CIPS

Experience

• Significant experience negotiating with suppliers in a large organisation with a track record of cost reductions
• Experience of competitive tenders/quotations and contract negotiations
• Experience and training in contract management
• Good knowledge of procurement law and quality control processes and ability to provide specialist advice

Aptitudes and Skills

• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and purchasing and inventory software
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

Values and Behaviours

• Agile
• Supportive
• Engaged
• Responsive

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.