Senior Procurement Manager

TN United Kingdom; Walsall; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic procurement leader to drive innovative procurement initiatives across the West Midlands. This role involves managing complex, high-value projects while ensuring compliance with UK and EU legislation. The successful candidate will lead a dynamic team, engage with key stakeholders, and contribute to the strategic objectives of the organization. With a focus on sustainability and supplier diversity, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the healthcare sector. If you possess strong negotiation skills and a passion for procurement excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior-level procurement management experience.
• MCIPS or significant senior procurement experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-value procurement projects ensuring compliance with laws.
• Manage strategic procurement team and oversee performance.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Stakeholder Engagement

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Data Analytics

Education

MCIPS Level 6

Senior Procurement Management Experience

Tools

e-Procurement Systems

Job description

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To lead strategic procurement activity and bespoke commercial projects across the NMBC-supported Trusts within the West Midlands ICSs. Ensure compliance with procurement legislation and internal governance while delivering value, innovation, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Leadership

Lead complex, high-value procurement projects, managing risk and ensuring compliance with UK and EU procurement law.

Develop procurement strategies aligned with Trust and NMBC-wide objectives.

Contribute to the NMBC strategic plan and savings delivery programme.

Set supplier relationship management strategies for key contracts and partnerships.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

Advise divisional managers, clinicians, and executive stakeholders on procurement matters.

Facilitate collaboration with NHS Supply Chain, SCCL, Crown Commercial Services, and partner trusts.

Promote clinical and stakeholder engagement in procurement activity.

Operational & Team Management

Manage and develop strategic procurement team members (up to 3 directly), overseeing performance, recruitment, and development.

Authorize departmental expenditures and contribute to resource management in line with Trust policies.

Oversee procurement systems, data analytics, and policy development.

Identify and deliver cost improvement opportunities through improved demand and contract management.

Lead on sustainability, SME engagement, supplier diversity, and e-procurement system development.

Implement best practices and innovative procurement techniques to enhance service delivery.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

MCIPS (Level 6) or working towards; or significant senior procurement experience.

Minimum 5 years of senior-level procurement management experience.

Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Proven track record in leading strategic procurement initiatives and performance delivery.

Working Conditions & Other Considerations

Office-based with regular site visits to clinical areas and suppliers.

High concentration required to analyse complex information and resolve procurement challenges.

Exposure to conflict resolution, challenging supplier debriefs, and sensitive staff matters.