Overview
We are looking for a Senior Procurement Specialist to manage defined expenditure categories and run procurement processes to deliver a portfolio of contracts. The successful candidate will support the Procurement Business Partner to manage strategic and operational procurement activities to deliver against business objectives and associated deadlines. They will deputise in the absence of the Procurement Business Partner and provide procurement category support and advice to the shared service, liaising with business leads within the Trusts to ensure compliance across the spend portfolio. The closing date is 16 October 2025.
Main duties of the job
1. Take responsibility and work autonomously for the procurement of defined categories of expenditure by delivering a portfolio of contracts.
2. Support the Procurement Business Partner as directed (and deputise in their absence) in the management of procurement and operational activities aligned to business objectives and timescales.
3. Be the lead specialist for specific procurement categories and provide advice to the procurement team; liaise with business leads within the Trust to ensure compliance with approved standardised products and rationalise catalogue items to an optimum level.
4. Support the delivery of an efficient and effective procurement and contracting service to meet customer requirements, ensuring best value for all aspects of the Trusts business and promote this service to all users.
5. Lead on a key area of strategic delivery to support achieving and maintaining the Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework.
About us
Our Values 2025 - 2030
Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:
* We are kind.
* We are respectful.
* We work together with our communities.
These values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.
Qualifications and requirements
Must have the Diploma in Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS Level 4) or equivalent relevant experience. The candidate must prove evidence of PSR, PCR 2015 and knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 in a working environment.
Probation and starting with us
This post will be subject to a probationary period. New starters join on the first Monday of each month and undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks, including mandatory training and equipment allocation. The induction is held at the Trust head office in Rainham, Essex and includes engagement opportunities with the executive team and senior managers.
Benefits and location
High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London This post attracts a supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum £4,714 and maximum £5,941 per annum, pro rata for part-time).
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will support the Procurement Business Partner to manage strategic and operational procurement activities to deliver against business objectives and deadlines. They will deputise in the absence of the Procurement Business Partner, provide category support, liaise with business leads to ensure spend portfolio compliance, and promote an efficient procurement and contracting service to meet customer requirements and achieve best value. They will contribute to NHS Procurement & Commercial Standards accreditation by leading on a key area of strategic delivery. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when applying.
We welcome applications even if you do not meet all criteria. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications.
Other information
Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, sponsorship may not be available for all roles. Check eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, the High-Cost Area Supplement is not included to ensure fairness.
Use of AI Please see attached document regarding acceptable use of AI during the recruitment process.
Person Specification
Technical
* Procurement, tendering and contract management experience, including competitive tenders/quotations
* Negotiating with suppliers and stakeholders with a track record of cost reductions and cost avoidance
* Experience of e-tendering portal administration
* Must have the Diploma in Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS Level 4) or equivalent
* Experience of leading projects within multidisciplinary teams to deliver significant change
* Working knowledge of NHS procurement issues
Skills
* Team player with ability to work with financial managers
* Proactive stakeholder management and timely response to requests
* Stakeholder analysis, engagement and management
* Understanding of NHS procurement
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires a DBS check as part of the recruitment process.
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
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