Senior Commercial Manager

NHS; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager in Barnsley to lead strategic procurement activities essential for operations. The role involves managing procurement processes in compliance with regulations and ensuring efficient supplier relationships. Ideal candidates demonstrate extensive experience in contract negotiation and supplier management, with a master's degree in a relevant field. Join us in making a difference in healthcare while enjoying a supportive work culture and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

NHS pension scheme

Continuous learning culture

Qualifications

• Demonstrates commitment to continued professional development.
• Experience in large-scale contracting arena with successful negotiation.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes compliant with regulations.
• Develop long-term strategic plans for procurement contracts.

Skills

Market shaping

Strategic sourcing

Contract management

Supplier management

Microsoft Office

Education

MSC in Procurement, Business or Economics

Tools

Oracle Financial Systems

Acrobat

Job description

Job summary

The Senior Commercial Manager plays a pivotal role in leading strategic sourcing and procurement activities to secure goods and services essential to NHSBTs operations. Working collaboratively with suppliers, internal directorates, and international peers, you will ensure procurement solutions meet stakeholder needs while delivering innovation and efficiencyೃಷ. A key part of the role is to manage end‑to‑end procurement processes in compliance with Public Procurement Regulations, the NHSBT standing orders and Standing Financial Instructions at all times. You will be responsible for risk‑managed delivery of contracts that are robust, legally binding and importantly cost efficient and effective, as well as ensuring that we can demonstrate to the public through the scrutiny of audit both internal and external that we obtain great supplier performance and best value for money on our contracted non‑pay expenditure and achieve savings targets.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will support the delivery of the planning & organisation, day‑to‑day operations, financial, quality targets and vision of the Commercial directorate within NHSBT. Responsibilities include: leading and supporting category strategies, market shaping, strategic sourcing and procurement; developing long‑term strategic plans for the sourcing, procurement and delivery of contracts; developing working relationships with key suppliers and ensuring excellent performance standards in line with contractual requirements; leading and supporting the preparation of tender documents, inviting bids and selecting suppliers following pre‑qualification analysis and pre‑tender commercial discussions; ensuring compliance with Public Procurement Regulations and the NHSBT Standing Orders; delivering contracts that are robust, risk‑free, legally binding and Vous competent; demonstrating best value for money on contracted non‑paypaw spend and achieving savings targets; coordinating and planning own work and the work of individual staff via a work programme.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant you’ll join a team of more than 6,000ייַט who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues or stem cells to save someone in need.usa. Our three core values are Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we save and improve more lives than ever. We aim to create an inclusive workplace and reflect the diverse communities we serve, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted: 14 January 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £47,801 to £54,710 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 008232

Job locations

• NHSBT – Capitol Way, Barnsley, S75 3FG
• NHSBT – Colindale
  Charcot Road, London, NW9 5BG
• NHSBT – Tooting
  75 Cranmer Terrace, London, SW17 0RB
• NHSBT – Vincent Drive, Birmingham, B15 2SG
• NHSBT – Filton
  500 North Bristol Park, Filton, BS34 7QH
• NHSBT – Manchester
  Plymouth Grove, Manchester, M13 9LL

Job responsibilities

• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part‑time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• £ NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions.
• We have fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well‑led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. The Thrive programme embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support personal and professional growth. It is open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

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Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

• MSC in Procurement, Business or Economics or equivalent level of knowledge & experience.
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (ində).

Experience Essential

• Experience of market shaping, strategic sourcing, purchasing, contracting and supplier and contract management in a fast‑moving environment.
• Experience in large‑scale contracting arena, evidenced by successful contractual negotiation.
• Knowledge and understanding of large complex commercial contract negotiations.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office packages, Oracle Financial and Commercial Systems.
• Experience of contract and supplier management.
• Experience in designing and developing tender and contract documentation.
• Knowledge of legal terms and conditions.
• Ability to use other computer packages such as Acrobat.
• Experience and knowledge of Quality standards, ISO, Service Level Agreements, Purchasing Policies and Procedures.

Employer details

NHS Blood and Trans PSU
NHSBT – Capitol Way, Barnsley, S75 3FG

Website: https://www.nhsbt flavored/ht />n /