NHS
Senior Strategic Procurement Manager
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Job Description
- Req#: C9205-25-0534?language=en&page=557&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Member of the CIPS ( Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Level 6 or a BSC in Business/Procurement related subject
- Evidence of on-going professional training and a consistent personal development history.
- Post graduate qualification e.g. Masters degree
- Delivery of objectives and evidence/experience of appropriate team support, direction and prioritisation (ideally within public sector).
- Significant relevant senior Suppliers and Procurement experience
- A good understanding and experience of strategic sourcing
- Experience of providing Procurement Advice
- Experience in Leading Complex Procurements
- Experience of working with multiple stakeholders
- Detailed and up to date knowledge of EU / UK procurement directives and legislation.
- Excellent negotiation and financial adjudication skills required to manage complex high value contracts.
- Ability to solve complex problems in an innovative way.
- Evaluation and management of clinical and non-clinical equipment selection processes.
- Contract and supplier management experience
- Ability to analyse complex information, interpret and/or present in a clear, comprehensive format for the clinical and project team.
- Able to work independently with little supervision.
- Able to communicate, to lead and develop and manage staff
- Project management and leadership skills, with the ability to use own initiative and work under pressure
- Experience of eTendering Systems
- Identifying and Proven track record in achieving significant cash releasing savings.
- Ability to influence senior members of staff, and gain credibility, in a clinical and management environment.
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy as well as an ability to be assertive when required.
- Highly self motivated
- Able to handle a multi item agenda
- Prioritisation skills
- Strong Interpersonal skills.
- Customer orientated
- Member of the CIPS ( Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Level 6 or a BSC in Business/Procurement related subject
- Evidence of on-going professional training and a consistent personal development history.
- Post graduate qualification e.g. Masters degree
- Delivery of objectives and evidence/experience of appropriate team support, direction and prioritisation (ideally within public sector).
- Significant relevant senior Suppliers and Procurement experience
- A good understanding and experience of strategic sourcing
- Experience of providing Procurement Advice
- Experience in Leading Complex Procurements
- Experience of working with multiple stakeholders
- Detailed and up to date knowledge of EU / UK procurement directives and legislation.
- Excellent negotiation and financial adjudication skills required to manage complex high value contracts.
- Ability to solve complex problems in an innovative way.
- Evaluation and management of clinical and non-clinical equipment selection processes.
- Contract and supplier management experience
- Ability to analyse complex information, interpret and/or present in a clear, comprehensive format for the clinical and project team.
- Able to work independently with little supervision.
- Able to communicate, to lead and develop and manage staff
- Project management and leadership skills, with the ability to use own initiative and work under pressure
- Experience of eTendering Systems
- Identifying and Proven track record in achieving significant cash releasing savings.
- Ability to influence senior members of staff, and gain credibility, in a clinical and management environment.
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy as well as an ability to be assertive when required.
- Highly self motivated
- Able to handle a multi item agenda
- Prioritisation skills
- Strong Interpersonal skills.
- Customer orientated
Job summary
The North Midlands and Black Country Procurement Group (NMBC) is comprised of The University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM), The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust (RWT) and Walsall NHS Trust (WHT), The Black Country Pathology Services (BCPS), North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust (NSCHT), The Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT), the Black Country Healthcare Foundation Trust, (BCHFT) and Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit (MLCSU).
The NMBC is responsible for the Strategic and Operational Procurement for UHNM (Royal Stoke University and County Hospitals), RWT (New Cross and Cannock Hospitals), WHT (Walsall Manor Hospital) and 36 partner NHS organisations within the Staffordshire, Shropshire, Cheshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Lancashire Health Economies.The NMBC is responsible for the management and control of expenditure in excess of £600 million across the Midlands and Black Country health economies.
This post sits in the Non- Clinical Procurement team and is primarily based at the Manor Hospital site, reporting to the Deputy Director of Procurement . The role is directly responsible for a portfolio of contracts but primarily for managing, supporting and guiding the work of 2 staff based at the Manor Hospital site, each with their own contract portfolios.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the job advert earlier than advertised.
Main duties of the job
We offer partial working from home (2 days p/week) as part of the role.
The Trust offers 27 days annual leave on appointment, 29 days after 5 years' service, 33 days after 10 years' service. There is also the potential to accrue hours towards flexi-leave in accordance with the flexible working policy.
Reporting in to the Deputy Director of Procurement., the Senior Strategic Procurement Manager will be a vital member of the NMBC Senior Management team.
Managing a portfolio of non -clinical contracts directly, the key function is the strong and effective management, support and direction of a team of 2 staff, each responsible for the timely procurement of all requirements and non- clinical contracts (over £10k) for the Medical , Surgical & Network Services Divisions at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust.
This is a demanding role, integral in supporting the the delivery of strategic objectives of all Trusts represented, exploring and delivering collaborative medical and clinical opportunities with other Trusts in the group, and to contribute to delivering savings targets.
The role will support the local Procurement strategy , maximize value for money, minimising operational/commercial risk whilst ensuring compliance with EU Procurement Legislation, UK Law and the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions, taking the lead on all medical and clinical contracts/procurements, & lead on specific projects on behalf of the Deputy Director of Procurement, deputising as required.
About us
The UHNM NHS Trust covers Royal Stoke Hospital in Stoke on Trent and County Hospital in Stafford. Royal Stoke is a large acute teaching hospital with a turnover of £360 million, located in Stoke on Trent and Stafford, UHNM is close to the M6, within commuting distance of culturally diverse major conurbations, such as Manchester and Birmingham and surrounded by rural pleasures including the Peak District National Park.
Each year Royal Stoke cares for over 600,000 people providing emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care. It is a leading teaching hospital in partnership with Keele University and has a patient-centred clinical research facility. We are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
Date posted
11 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
205-7072034
Job locations
Manor Hospital
Moat Road
Walsall
WS2 9PS
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
For more information on working for the Trust, please see at the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
In the event of receiving adequate numbers of suitable applicants/candidates, we reserve the right to close the job advert earlier than advertised.
Job responsibilities
For more information on working for the Trust, please see at the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
In the event of receiving adequate numbers of suitable applicants/candidates, we reserve the right to close the job advert earlier than advertised.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience of Management of a Strategic Procurement Team
Essential
Significant Experience
Essential
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience of Management of a Strategic Procurement Team
Essential
Significant Experience
Essential
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Manor Hospital
Moat Road
Walsall
WS2 9PS
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Manor Hospital
Moat Road
Walsall
WS2 9PS
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.