Portfolio Planning & Prioritisation Lead
Function: Strategy, Change and In-Hospital Services
Location: Hybrid – 1‑3 days a week in Nottingham, Alfreton, Wakefield, Daresbury or Sheffield
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £65,920 with the potential to rise to £77,553 over 3 years
Closing date: Thursday 11th June 2026
The Portfolio Planning & Prioritisation Lead is a pivotal role responsible for shaping the organisation's multi‑year transformational roadmap as well as owning the detailed portfolio plan and master schedule.
This role adds value by operating the strategic portfolio planning process and subsequent Change Plan prioritisation to create a multi‑year portfolio plan aligned with business strategy and architectural roadmaps. It also owns, manages and maintains the integrated ‘live’ portfolio plan, built bottom‑up from all project and programme plans, validating information received from projects and tracking performance. This is a skilled specialist role that requires deep expertise in portfolio and programme planning on major transformation portfolios and programmes.
Responsibilities
* Own and maintain a multi‑year transformation roadmap, coordinating with business, finance, strategy and architecture stakeholders to develop assumption‑driven scenarios and plans.
* Guide investment decisions by aligning initiatives to strategic priorities, reducing duplication and maximising value for patients and the wider system.
* Maintain key portfolio assets that support the design, governance and delivery of the enterprise change portfolio.
* Lead portfolio planning, including developing and managing the master schedule, maintaining baselines, ensuring regular updates and tracking performance against plan.
* Provide high‑quality portfolio insights, analytics and reporting to the Executive and Board to enable timely, evidence‑based decision‑making.
Benefits
* Hybrid working opportunities, giving you the flexibility to work collaboratively in the office and remotely.
* Annual bonus schemes, long service and colleague recognition awards.
* 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* In‑house training, support and access to external qualifications to maximise your potential.
* 1 day of paid well‑being leave and free access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
* Generous pension scheme (12% employer contribution when you contribute 6%).
* Flexible Benefits Scheme offering options such as Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance and additional pension contributions.
* 2 days of paid volunteering leave.
* Access to many discounts from the Blue Light Card and NHS discounts.
Key Skills
* Consistently demonstrates Trust, Community, and Authenticity, acting as a role model in behaviours and decision‑making.
* Effectively navigates complex, politically sensitive environments, building strong partnerships and influencing outcomes across diverse stakeholders.
* Creates an inclusive, high‑performing environment, focusing on developing planning skills and uplifting team capability across the organisation.
* Maintains composure under pressure, uses data‑driven insight to identify risks and opportunities, and proactively resolves challenges before they escalated.
* Holds external partners accountable, balancing strategic objectives with operational delivery while managing performance across vendor relationships.
Our Inclusive Commitment
At NHS Supply Chain, we are committed to building an inclusive environment where difference is not only valued but celebrated, giving everyone the opportunity to thrive in their career. If this role sounds like the right next step in your career but your experience doesn’t match perfectly, we encourage you to still apply.
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