Senior Procurement Lead – IT & Corporate

Northumbria Group.; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced rates for evenings/nights

NHS terms and conditions

Car lease

Job summary

NHFM is a key NHS provider delivering strategic procurement across multiple hospital sites. We seek a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead on strategic and complex procurement activities, working with senior stakeholders and a procurement team to deliver cost-saving programs.

You will manage above-threshold projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive collaboration across the alliance and regional meetings for optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• First degree or equivalent plus CIPS, or a masters in a relevant field.
• Evidence of recent continuing professional development.
• Experience in project management within procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead on strategic and complex procurement across IT/Digital Services and Corporate portfolios.
• Manage a team of procurement specialists and deliver cost reduction programmes.
• Provide specialist procurement advice to senior stakeholders and cross-unit forums.
• Oversee procurement activity compliant with the Procurement Act 2023 and Regulations 2024.

Skills

Procurement

Team leadership

NHS procurement experience

Strategic procurement

Education

First degree + CIPS

CPD evidence

Project management

Job description

NHFM is a key NHS provider delivering strategic procurement across multiple hospital sites. We seek a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead on strategic and complex procurement activities, working with senior stakeholders and a procurement team to deliver cost-saving programs.

You will manage above-threshold projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive collaboration across the alliance and regional meetings for optimal outcomes.