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Job summary

Main area
Procurement
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6-7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
223-PMC-807
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Anchorage Avenue
Town
Shrewsbury
Salary
£46,148 - £52,809 per annum/pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
08/11/2024 23:59

Employer heading

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Procurement Manager Centre Lead

NHS AfC: Band 6-7

Job overview

We are seeking a Procurement Centre Lead. The role will be either a Band 7 or Band 6 dependant upon experience.  For the Band 7, we would love to hear from procurement professionals with NHS experience of working within a clinical category, however significant procurement experience ideally within the public sector and with the willingness to learn a new category would be equally favourable.  For the Band 6 we would be looking for someone ideally with some knowledge of procurement / stores or Logistics within the public sector, however a positive attitude and willingness to learn is essential as we are willing to develop the right person.

Main duties of the job

  • The post holder will be expected to provide professional procurement advice, and to lead the procurement process to deliver best value and service to the member Trust/s. They will strategically manage non pay expenditure within the respective centres/divisions. To take lead responsibility for the delivery of strategic and operational procurement within centres/divisions.
  • To take lead responsibility for the delivery of strategic and operational procurement within  centres/divisions.
  • To deliver aspects of a complex contracts work plan and participate in appropriate consortia. This will include the achievement of annual savings targets, compliance with all legislation, identifying areas for future investigation and bringing added value to the benefit of the Trust/s.
  • To take the lead in all relevant internal and external meetings to raise the profile and improve service delivery of the procurement function.
  • Work at centre/division level to review non pay spend and identify cost improvement initiatives in conjunction with centre manager and deputy manager and Head of Procurement.
  • Responsible for delivering CIP for centre/division non pay procurement initiatives.
  • Work across Trusts/divisions to collaborate across the ICS where necessary to deliver mutual benefits.
  • To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.  

 

Working for our organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Shropshire Healthcare Procurement Service (SHPS) is a shared service delivering professional procurement services for The Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals NHS Trust, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust and NHS Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Integrated Care Board.

               

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Qualified Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Chain (MCIPS) or equivalent Qualifications/experience.
  • Knowledge of a wide range of statistical/numerical techniques and procedures acquired through qualification to degree level or equivalent.
  • Good standard of general education, including GCSE English Maths or equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • Project management experience or equivalent qualification
  • Training / knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023.
  • Experience in managing a team

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Significant experience of negotiating contracts in a large organisation and a track record of achieving significant cost reductions.
  • Advanced knowledge in the use of Microsoft office suite of applications including daily use of Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • High level of customer care skills with experience in customer service.
  • Enthusiasm and passion for making a difference and for change/improvement
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of the NHS Model Hospital
  • Spend Comparison Service or other benchmarking platforms
  • Knowledge of NHS Supply Chain.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
James Richards
Job title
Deputy Director of Procurement
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07547 106 109
Additional information

Nikki Pratt Head of Strategic Procurement

[email protected]

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402
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