Job summary
The Procurement Contracts Manager will lead on sourcing, tendering and quotation exercises via the Atamis procurement portal. The role holder will also take the lead on identifying and managing best procurement processes for different procurements whilst advising stakeholders of their responsibilities. The role also entails leading on contract management with key suppliers, and managing members of the Buying Team. Ensure compliance with Standing Financial Instructions, Standing Orders and Procurement Policy, support a category sourcing workstream and ensure that it operates within public sector policy and the NHS legal framework to successfully achieve its objectives year on year. This shall include the delivery of demonstrable and incremental cash releasing and efficiency savings, which form part of the cost improvement plans of the Trust and wider Integrated Care System.
Main duties of the job
To take the lead on specific/allocated areas of category spend, undertaking sourcing and procuring exercises which meet stakeholder requirements by demonstrating value for money and promoting an integrated approach in meeting deliverables. This involves working closely with other stakeholders to support the requirements of the Trust and relevant third party organisations. Using detailed analysis, provide continuous opportunities to make efficiencies and cost reductions for the Trust and where appropriate, across multiple organisations.
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise.Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services.Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To take the lead on specific/allocated areas of category spend, undertaking sourcing and procuring exercises which meet stakeholder requirements by demonstrating value for money and promoting an integrated approach in meeting deliverables. This involves working closely with other stakeholders to support the requirements of the Trust and relevant third party organisations. Using detailed analysis, provide continuous opportunities to make efficiencies and cost reductions for the Trust and where appropriate, across multiple organisations.
To support the Head of Procurement with the management and development of the procurement team. Provide input to the development and reporting of an agreed work plan to include a resource plan and the realisation of annual savings and compliance with all relevant procurement legislation. Identifying areas for future opportunities and bringing added value to the benefit of the department and the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To take the lead on specific/allocated areas of category spend, undertaking sourcing and procuring exercises which meet stakeholder requirements by demonstrating value for money and promoting an integrated approach in meeting deliverables. This involves working closely with other stakeholders to support the requirements of the Trust and relevant third party organisations. Using detailed analysis, provide continuous opportunities to make efficiencies and cost reductions for the Trust and where appropriate, across multiple organisations.
To support the Head of Procurement with the management and development of the procurement team. Provide input to the development and reporting of an agreed work plan to include a resource plan and the realisation of annual savings and compliance with all relevant procurement legislation. Identifying areas for future opportunities and bringing added value to the benefit of the department and the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Able to demonstrate highly specialist knowledge up to postgraduate/post-registration study or equivalent experience and knowledge within this field through practical experience
- Commitment to continuing professional development in line with relevant Institute requirements
Desirable
- Chartered member of Procurement and Supply or working towards qualification.
- Project management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory experience within a small category team.
- Demonstrable experience of carrying out complex procurements for high value contracts and developing appropriate evaluation methods.
- Experience in planning, monitoring, and engaging with contractors and suppliers on pricing, service implementation, and service delivery
Desirable
- Experience of managing and developing staff.
- Demonstrable experience in managing the procurement of collaborative initiatives within the NHS to support local, regional and national procurement initiatives.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the commercial mechanics of the NHS, or transferable knowledge from the private sector
- Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services.
- Knowledge and understanding of contract management.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS structure and organisation. Trained in project management.
- Knowledge of contract law.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Able to demonstrate highly specialist knowledge up to postgraduate/post-registration study or equivalent experience and knowledge within this field through practical experience
- Commitment to continuing professional development in line with relevant Institute requirements
Desirable
- Chartered member of Procurement and Supply or working towards qualification.
- Project management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory experience within a small category team.
- Demonstrable experience of carrying out complex procurements for high value contracts and developing appropriate evaluation methods.
- Experience in planning, monitoring, and engaging with contractors and suppliers on pricing, service implementation, and service delivery
Desirable
- Experience of managing and developing staff.
- Demonstrable experience in managing the procurement of collaborative initiatives within the NHS to support local, regional and national procurement initiatives.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the commercial mechanics of the NHS, or transferable knowledge from the private sector
- Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services.
- Knowledge and understanding of contract management.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS structure and organisation. Trained in project management.
- Knowledge of contract law.
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).
