If you have a background in public sector procurement andlooking for a foot into Digital & IT category management, this could beyour step in!
NHS Shared Business Services has been delivering the mostcost effective and highest quality corporate services to the NHS for over twodecades. You will lead strategic sourcing and stakeholder management within theDigital & IT category portfolio, striving to lower costs to the NHS andstrengthen already formed relationships. You'll develop specific sourcingprograms, deliver projects in key markets, and build tender packs. Acting asthe main point of contact and becoming a subject matter expert in your category.
We promise you a rewarding experience, with growth opportunities to make adifference within the NHS.
This position is predominantly home based, but there is anexpectation to attend our Salford office once a month and in addition, wherebusiness needs are required. The modern Salford office sits in an iconicwaterfront location positioned on the historic Manchester Ship Canal.
What you will be doing:
* Delivering a portfolio of projects as agreed with NHS Shared Business Services client partners, meeting expectations and timelines.
* Improving contract compliance and undertakes procurement activities in accordance with current public procurement legislation plus environmental and sustainability requirements.
* Supervising and supporting supplier performance across the category area.
* Deliver tender solutions that allow cost optimisation and support customer savings targets.
* Taking the lead across a project portfolio as advised, building knowledge and expertise to become a subject matter expert.
* Ensure uptake of the framework agreements across the wider public sector and work alongside the Implementation team.
What you will bring:
* CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply Operations or working towards.
* Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
* Experience in the full procurement process, including leading on tendering projects (end to end).
* Knowledge of Procurement Contract Regulations 2015, Provider Selection Regime and New Procurement Act 2023. (Essential).
* Knowledge/ experience of Procurement ERP systems, eSourcing tools.
It would be great if you had:
* Experience and/or knowledge of working with the NHS or operating in a regulated environment.
If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experienceare exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear fromyou!
Employment Type: Full-time,Permanent
Location: Anywhere (UK) - With anexpectation to attend the Salford office once a month
Security Clearance Level: DBS
Internal Recruiter: Rachel
Salary: Up to £40,000 perannum
Benefits: 25 days annual leavewith the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, paid volunteeringdays and carers leave, 4 x death in service life assurance, pension, andgenerous flexible benefits fund.
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NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) was crafted by theDepartment of Health and Social Care to deliver corporate services to the NHS.A unique joint venture with Sopra Steria, a European leader in digital servicesand software development, we make life easier for NHS employees, patients, andsuppliers, and deliver value for money to the taxpayer. Proud members of theNHS family, we provide finance & accounting, digital, procurement andworkforce services to more than half the NHS in England, and our solutions areunderpinned by cutting-edge technologies and our teams' expertise, in-depthunderstanding of the NHS, and dedication to service excellence.
We share common values and unity of purpose with the restof the NHS family, are committed to being a force for good, and are dedicatedand empowered to act responsibly and sustainably at organisational, team andindividual level.
Do you want to part of our journey?