Category Procurement Specialist – Healthcare Services & Pharmacy
Lead the delivery of complex procurement projects in accordance with the Provider Selection Regime, Public Contracts Regulations, and Procurement Act 23. Support a category management approach to achieve cash-releasing savings and sustainable cost reductions for the NHS in this category area.
Require considerable knowledge and expertise within the specialist category area. Demonstrate a strong customer focus, commercial acumen, and a proactive approach. Maintain a sound approach to contract and supplier management within the category.
Build excellent working relationships with peers, colleagues, customers, and external stakeholders at both operational and senior levels. Be hands-on and results-focused.
This role will support the Associate Director of Procurement and Category Manager, building relationships with senior and expert stakeholders to manage a portfolio of sub-categories and support procurement activities. Extensive engagement with NHS organisations and supplier organisations is essential to develop procurement solutions and strategies that meet NHS needs.
Provide expert category-specific advice, support, and guidance to NHS organisations. Skills and experience in Healthcare Services & Pharmacy are highly desirable, but relevant experience in similar categories may be acceptable. A passion for procurement and category management is essential.
For further discussion, contact David Willis at Tel. 0114 212 7497 (Healthcare Role). The role requires national travel. The work base is flexible, as NOECPC adopts an agile working policy.
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