Job summary
Velindre University NHS Trust is investing a significant amount of resource, planning and funding into transforming cancer services across SE Wales. This includes the delivery and of:
- An Integrated Radiotherapy Solution (IRS)
- The establishment of a Radiotherapy Satellite Centre based in Neville Hall Hospital
- Building a new Velindre Cancer Centre
This post will play a key role in providing commercial leadership on several large and complex contracts for the Trust, beginning with the implementation of the Integrated Radiotherapy Solution. In summary, the role will contribute the following to the team:
- Commercial Leadership so that the Trust maximises all opportunities available for realising contractual benefits
- Contract management so that the delivery of these contracts are in accordance with the executed agreements
- Supplier relationship management so that relationships are managed effectively
- Risk management so that the Trust's risks are managed effectively
- Commercial Governance that enables processes, procedures and systems adhere to Public Procurement Regulations and the Trust's Standing Orders (SOs) and Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs)
- Stakeholder management and communication both internally and externally so performance management is co-ordinated and outcomes are successfully delivered.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the following:
Commercial Leadership and Contract Management
- Provision of effective commercial leadership for all aspects of the IRS contract
- Assuming overall contract management responsibility for the IRS and nVCC Contracts.
Supplier Relationship Management
Continuous improvement of supplier performance and capability
- Measure financial and commercial benefits measurement per contract
- Share programmes of improvements & new developments over contract duration
Risk Management
Risk Management process and plans
- Ensure contractual/supplier risk management is in place with clear responsibilities and processes.
- Identify who is best placed to manage risk, with supplier involvement where appropriate.
Commercial Governance
- Ensure that all supplier contractual, corporate governance, regulatory compliance and risk requirements are fulfilled.
- Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations and the Trust's Standing Orders (SOs) and Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs)
Stakeholder Management
- Develop strong internal and external relationships that facilitate effective service delivery
- Ensure clarity on roles and responsibilities with demarcation lines set down so that the right, skilled and informed people are involved at the right time
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you. Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professionally qualified to Masters level preferably in Msc in Strategic Procurement and / or demonstrable equivalent knowledge and experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development / specialist training courses
- Practical knowledge of programme and project management
Desirable
- CCAB or CIPS qualification
- Significant relevant experience with track record of operating at a senior management or strategic role in a complex organisation.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience and proven track record in contract management and commercial management in a large, complex organisation
- Experience within large complex organisation in related area of activity at senior management level
- Extensive knowledge and expertise in relation to finance, policies and strategic leadership
- Expert knowledge of aA proven track record of dealing with highly complicated situations and the delivery of challenging corporate objectivesnd experience in implementing strategies and plans for the delivery of services and policy directives
- Evidence of working within a highly complex and politically sensitive organisation.
- Experience of initiating, delivering and completing projects
- Experience of working with and the ability to influence multi-professional clinical teams and a wide range of individuals at Senior Manager level
Desirable
- Knowledge of EFQM/Quality techniques
Values
Essential
- Aligned to the Trust Values: Accountable, Bold, Caring, Dynamic
- Diplomatic and sensitive to the needs of others
- Team working and delivering on team / corporate decisions
- Tenacity and drive to achieve required objectives
- Inspires confidence
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to read, understand and interpret legal documentation in relation to contracts.
- Able to identify and exploit opportunities for continual improvement both with internal and external stakeholders
- The ability to think strategically and to develop joint approaches to challenges with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong commercial skills evidenced through several commercial negotiations
- The ability to prepare and analyse financial data
- Ability to communicate contentious and highly complex issues to large groups composed of senior staff and gain their approval or agreement to alternative action
- Excellent interpersonal skills - influencing, negotiating and communicating (written and verbal), across all levels both inside and outside the organisation
- Ability to engage at all levels in a large complex organisation and achieve effective co-operation
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professionally qualified to Masters level preferably in Msc in Strategic Procurement and / or demonstrable equivalent knowledge and experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development / specialist training courses
- Practical knowledge of programme and project management
Desirable
- CCAB or CIPS qualification
- Significant relevant experience with track record of operating at a senior management or strategic role in a complex organisation.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience and proven track record in contract management and commercial management in a large, complex organisation
- Experience within large complex organisation in related area of activity at senior management level
- Extensive knowledge and expertise in relation to finance, policies and strategic leadership
- Expert knowledge of aA proven track record of dealing with highly complicated situations and the delivery of challenging corporate objectivesnd experience in implementing strategies and plans for the delivery of services and policy directives
- Evidence of working within a highly complex and politically sensitive organisation.
- Experience of initiating, delivering and completing projects
- Experience of working with and the ability to influence multi-professional clinical teams and a wide range of individuals at Senior Manager level
Desirable
- Knowledge of EFQM/Quality techniques
Values
Essential
- Aligned to the Trust Values: Accountable, Bold, Caring, Dynamic
- Diplomatic and sensitive to the needs of others
- Team working and delivering on team / corporate decisions
- Tenacity and drive to achieve required objectives
- Inspires confidence
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to read, understand and interpret legal documentation in relation to contracts.
- Able to identify and exploit opportunities for continual improvement both with internal and external stakeholders
- The ability to think strategically and to develop joint approaches to challenges with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong commercial skills evidenced through several commercial negotiations
- The ability to prepare and analyse financial data
- Ability to communicate contentious and highly complex issues to large groups composed of senior staff and gain their approval or agreement to alternative action
- Excellent interpersonal skills - influencing, negotiating and communicating (written and verbal), across all levels both inside and outside the organisation
- Ability to engage at all levels in a large complex organisation and achieve effective co-operation
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
