Job summary
The One Lancashire and South Cumbria (LSC) Procurement team is seeking applications for a Procurement Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team during a period of transformation as we move toward becoming a single, integrated procurement department serving the NHS across Lancashire and South Cumbria as a shared service provider.
We welcome applications from both the private and public sectors. Successful candidates will bring energy, innovation, and a strong customer focus to the role. Training and support will be provided to ensure success.
The role will involve engaging with colleagues and our customers across Lancashire and South Cumbria and soa willingnessto travel to varied locations and sites is a must.For the right candidate, there are opportunities to align base location to any of our main hub sites including Blackpool, Lancaster, Blackburn, Preston and across South Cumbria.
If you have the skills and motivation to take on this challenging and rewarding role and would like an informal discussion, please contact the recruiting manager.
An induction pack and staff handbook are available on request to support your application and transition into the NHS and One LSC Procurement specifically.
Main duties of the job
The focus will be on supporting customers to deliver value for money on projects while ensuring legal compliance. As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will:
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Provideprofessional advice on procurement processes, including compliance with UK law and regulations such as Public Contract Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023 as well as the Provider Selection Regime.
About us
Established in November 2024, One Lancashire and South Cumbriaisa shared service entity providingcorporateservices including Finance, Human Resources, Digital, Estates and Procurement services.
We provide strategic procurement, commercial,logistics, and supply chain services to partner Trusts:
One LSC Procurementoperatesas a shared service model, hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, with three distinct service lines:
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education including Mathematics and English Language - GCSE level Grade 4
- CIPS Professional qualification or substantial experience of working within a procurement environment at a senior level
- Continued professional development of Procurement and/or Business related courses including Basic Contract law, Public Procurement Regulations, Tendering, & Supplier Management
Desirable
- Supervisory/management qualification or equivalent
- Project management qualification or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Previous Senior Buyer experience within a complex, multi-site procurement environment
- Working and detailed knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations
- Proven track record of managing, developing and leading staff within a fast moving environment
- Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholder groups
- Experience of working in a busy target driven environment to deliver demanding savings targets
Desirable
- Experience of working in other public and private sector organisations
- Experience in using online Tendering platforms such as Atamis
- Demonstrable successful project management experience with proven ability to deliver projects on-time and within a varied portfolio
- Additional expertise in Contract & Supplier Management, Contract Law and Negotiation Skills
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels both internally and externally
- Able to identify and manage issues as they arise and demonstrate problem solving skills
- Excellent negotiation and financial skills to manage complex high value contracts
- Ability to analyse complex information, interpret in a clear, comprehensive format
- Ability to work on own initiative or with minimal supervision
- Able to communicate, to lead and develop and manage staff
- Ability to lead teams and facilitate meetings
- Ability to influence senior members of staff and gain credibility within a category management structure
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of leading or being involved in the implementation of change
Other Specific Qualities
Essential
- Confidence to establish positive working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels & at senior meetings
- Flexible approach to working times and location and must be able to travel to and between sites in Lancashire and South Cumbria
- Adaptable to changing demands or service needs
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education including Mathematics and English Language - GCSE level Grade 4
- CIPS Professional qualification or substantial experience of working within a procurement environment at a senior level
- Continued professional development of Procurement and/or Business related courses including Basic Contract law, Public Procurement Regulations, Tendering, & Supplier Management
Desirable
- Supervisory/management qualification or equivalent
- Project management qualification or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Previous Senior Buyer experience within a complex, multi-site procurement environment
- Working and detailed knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations
- Proven track record of managing, developing and leading staff within a fast moving environment
- Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholder groups
- Experience of working in a busy target driven environment to deliver demanding savings targets
Desirable
- Experience of working in other public and private sector organisations
- Experience in using online Tendering platforms such as Atamis
- Demonstrable successful project management experience with proven ability to deliver projects on-time and within a varied portfolio
- Additional expertise in Contract & Supplier Management, Contract Law and Negotiation Skills
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels both internally and externally
- Able to identify and manage issues as they arise and demonstrate problem solving skills
- Excellent negotiation and financial skills to manage complex high value contracts
- Ability to analyse complex information, interpret in a clear, comprehensive format
- Ability to work on own initiative or with minimal supervision
- Able to communicate, to lead and develop and manage staff
- Ability to lead teams and facilitate meetings
- Ability to influence senior members of staff and gain credibility within a category management structure
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of leading or being involved in the implementation of change
Other Specific Qualities
Essential
- Confidence to establish positive working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels & at senior meetings
- Flexible approach to working times and location and must be able to travel to and between sites in Lancashire and South Cumbria
- Adaptable to changing demands or service needs
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).
