The post holder will be aligned to a portfolio of directorates and CSUs, responsible for relationship management and procurement leadership.
Responsibilities
* Build and maintain strong, productive stakeholder relationships across the portfolio of directorates and CSUs.
* Plan, prioritise and manage strategic sourcing and high‑value procurement projects, including drafting tender and contract documents.
* Evaluate tender submissions using appropriate methods to secure value for money.
* Provide specialist procurement advice for specific projects and ensure service levels are maintained.
* Lead full end‑to‑end procurement cycles, from tender documentation to raising purchase orders.
* Ensure compliance with public procurement legislation, Trust policies and standing financial instructions.
* Supervise a procurement team – managing recruitment, appraisals, training, sickness/disciplinary matters and work allocation.
* Communicate status and priorities of category work plans to procurement staff and stakeholders.
* Produce and manage the annual procurement work plan and monitor national targets and objectives.
* Identify and deliver savings through procurement initiatives, cash‑releasing opportunities and commercial proposals.
* Maintain accurate catalogues, contracts database and e‑sourcing systems, and develop SOPs and tender templates.
* Develop and promote effective working relationships with clients, maintaining regular stakeholder meetings.
* Provide monthly updates on key performance indicators to leadership.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet the essential qualifications outlined in the Person Specification, including relevant experience in strategic sourcing, contract management and public procurement. Candidates should demonstrably hold the necessary level of professional accreditation or experience to fulfil the role at the required band level.
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