Senior Procurement Manager: Strategic Sourcing & Contracts

NHS; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Tees Valley is seeking a Head of Procurement & Supply Chain Management. The role involves managing high-value procurement projects, providing expert procurement advice, and leading a team to ensure efficient project delivery. Candidates must possess a recognized procurement qualification and extensive experience in the NHS or public sector. The position is pivotal for strategic sourcing and contract management, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation.

Benefits

Health & well-being initiatives

Career development opportunities

Staff recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a purchasing and supply environment is required.
• Considerable experience of leading teams and complex projects.
• Extensive experience in NHS or public sector contracting.

Responsibilities

• Manage full end-to-end procurement process and ensure effective monitoring.
• Provide specialist procurement advice for specific projects.
• Lead on the production and delivery of the Annual Procurement workplan.
• Develop complex plans for procurement projects ensuring outcomes meet client expectations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Persuasive skills

Motivational skills

Education

Recognized professional procurement qualification

Degree level qualification

Project Management Qualification (PRINCE2)

Tools

E-procurement systems

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in Tees Valley is seeking a Head of Procurement & Supply Chain Management. The role involves managing high-value procurement projects, providing expert procurement advice, and leading a team to ensure efficient project delivery. Candidates must possess a recognized procurement qualification and extensive experience in the NHS or public sector. The position is pivotal for strategic sourcing and contract management, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation.