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In support of the Trust's Strategy & Transformation procurement programme, a vacancy has arisen within the Commercial Services department for an Assistant Category Manager.
If you are compassionate, commercially astute with a can-do attitude and can demonstrate relevant procurement experience, then this is an exciting opportunity. You will need to be a dynamic individual with the ability to build strong relationships and support the aims and vision of the organization.
Interested individuals should submit their application outlining how they meet the role requirements and why they should be considered.
Interview Date: TBC
Base Location: Yeomans House
To understand the role in more detail, please read the full job description and person specification attached to this advert.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Senior Category Manager in establishing and managing effective contractual agreements compliant with EU/UK public procurement and Trust regulations.
* Promote stakeholder relationships, lead change, and influence strategic sourcing, supplier development, and management to align with Trust strategy and cost improvement goals.
* Collaborate with Category Managers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions supporting care pathways.
* Mentor and develop team members, manage business review programs with vendors, ensure contract compliance, and provide specialist advice to internal customers.
Additional Information
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD, guiding our interactions with patients, visitors, and colleagues. UHD is investing in service development and transformation, including site relocations, which may affect roles and travel reimbursements.
For further details or informal inquiries, contact: Vanessa Snook, Head of Strategic Procurement, at vanessa.snook@uhd.nhs.uk.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Marketing and Sales
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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