Strategic Procurement Lead for Healthcare & Charities

Willen Hospice Milton Keynes; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Willen Hospice Milton Keynes is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead their procurement function and enhance organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate will drive the full contract lifecycle, from sourcing to renewal, and shape supplier partnerships that support high-quality care. Experience in procurement within healthcare or charity sectors is preferred, with strong organizational and analytical skills. Join us in making a meaningful difference through smarter procurement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, ideally in healthcare, charity, or public sector environments.
• Strong contract management experience, including supplier performance and negotiations.
• Solid IT skills, including procurement or stock management systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape a high-performing procurement function across the hospice.
• Own the full contract lifecycle, from sourcing to renewal.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and maximise value for money.

Skills

Technical procurement expertise

Relationship-building

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Tools

Procurement management systems

Stock management systems

Job description

Willen Hospice Milton Keynes is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead their procurement function and enhance organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate will drive the full contract lifecycle, from sourcing to renewal, and shape supplier partnerships that support high-quality care. Experience in procurement within healthcare or charity sectors is preferred, with strong organizational and analytical skills. Join us in making a meaningful difference through smarter procurement.