Job summary
An
opportunity has become available to join our Procurement Team at Choice. We are
seeking a Contracts & Procurement Manager to lead the procurement of a wide
variety of goods, services and works ensuring best value to meet the needs of
Choice stakeholders and comply with Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs) and
procurement legislation. This role will involve collaboration with stakeholders
to develop specifications and lead on procurement activities, including above and
below threshold tenders, mini competitions and framework call-offs.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will also play a key role in delivering the
procurement strategy, driving continuous improvement in data quality and
performance. The post holder will manage
and mentor a team of Contracts & Procurement Officers, ensuring procurement
projects are delivered in line with procurement legislation and appropriate
policies.
Choice
offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 27 days annual leave plus
bank holidays increasing on length of service, membership in a competitive pension
scheme, access to a car lease scheme, on site gym and other salary sacrifice
schemes. We are committed to professional development, offering on the job
training as well as support for formal qualifications from short courses and
certificates to diplomas and degree level study. Choice also promotes flexible
and agile working to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance while
delivering high-quality services.
Main duties of the job
The
procurement service is made up of several sub-teams, including the Contracts
Team (where this role is based), Purchasing Team, Systems Team, Materials
Management Team, and Procurement Programme Team. This service is responsible
for procuring goods, services, and works to support both Choice and South
Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, managing an annual non-pay spend
exceeding £120m. The service is dedicated to continuous improvement.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will procure various goods, services, and
works through various procurement processes, while also managing relationships
within a high-spend, complex division or area. The role requires close
collaboration with the existing Contracts & Procurement Manager to
proactively manage the teams workplan and contracts due for renewal, with support
provided from the programme team. The post holder will provide day-to-day
guidance to the procurement team, conducting regular one-to-ones and formal
appraisals to help develop the teams skills and knowledge.
Interviews
will take place on Friday 13th June 2025.
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
Note we will not accept applications found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
The
purpose of the Contracts & Procurement Manager is to procure a wide range
of products, services and works ensuring value for money to meet the needs of
Choice stakeholders in line with Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs) and
applicable procurement legislation.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will work with stakeholders to agree
specifications and lead on procurement processes to facilitate under and over
threshold tenders as well as facilitating mini competitions and calling off
appropriate frameworks.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will manage a number of Contracts &
Procurement Officers to ensure procurement projects are being progressed and
are compliant with SFIs, procurement legislation and appropriate policies. The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will support the Contracts &
Procurement Officers to develop their skills and knowledge through on the job
support, 1:1s and appraisals.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will be responsible for measuring
contracting and procurement performance in line with national initiatives,
departmental objectives, Carter Metrics, savings methodologies and other
appropriate measures.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will attend a number of internal and
external meetings to promote procurement, present high quality and accurate
procurement information. They will ensure the provision of a high quality
procurement and commercial service within the Choice procurement team, Trust
Group and wider Integrated Care System (ICS)
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
The
purpose of the Contracts & Procurement Manager is to procure a wide range
of products, services and works ensuring value for money to meet the needs of
Choice stakeholders in line with Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs) and
applicable procurement legislation.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will work with stakeholders to agree
specifications and lead on procurement processes to facilitate under and over
threshold tenders as well as facilitating mini competitions and calling off
appropriate frameworks.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will manage a number of Contracts &
Procurement Officers to ensure procurement projects are being progressed and
are compliant with SFIs, procurement legislation and appropriate policies. The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will support the Contracts &
Procurement Officers to develop their skills and knowledge through on the job
support, 1:1s and appraisals.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will be responsible for measuring
contracting and procurement performance in line with national initiatives,
departmental objectives, Carter Metrics, savings methodologies and other
appropriate measures.
The
Contracts & Procurement Manager will attend a number of internal and
external meetings to promote procurement, present high quality and accurate
procurement information. They will ensure the provision of a high quality
procurement and commercial service within the Choice procurement team, Trust
Group and wider Integrated Care System (ICS)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of procuring under procurement legislation, Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023 and Provider Selection Regime.
- Experience in procurement in a commercial business.
- Experience of data analysis and using tools to measure performance, benchmark and ensure value for money.
- Experience in producing procurement information and reports.
- Experience of working withing appropriate policies and procedures and supporting the development of procurement policies.
- Experience of management of change processes to support continuous improvement.
- Experience of spreadsheet, database and computerised applications, preferably Oracle Financials.
Desirable
- Experience of NHS finance systems is desirable.
- Experience of Atamis is desirable.
- Experience of line managing staff is desirable.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of procurement legislation including but not limited to Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023, Provider Selection Regime.
- Specialist knowledge of Standing Financial Instructions, Standing Orders and Scheme of Delegation
- Specialist knowledge a range of procurement systems and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experience.
- Specialist knowledge of developing procurement documentation and terms, facilitating tenders, award reports to enable accurate and informed decision making.
- Excellent knowledge and appreciation of maintaining effective relationships across the organisation to deliver professional procurement services and reporting.
- Appropriate application of procurement legislation across different categories of spend.
- Ability to prioritise procurement projects, tasks and objectives effectively utilising available resources.
- Ability to escalate issues and delays in a timely manner to effectively resolve challenges.
- Must be able to continuously refine and improve the delivery of procurement services including reporting and processes.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with senior colleagues within procurement and key stakeholders across the organisation.
- Must be able to delegate and monitor workload and motivate colleagues to continuously improve the delivery of procurement services.
Qualifications
Essential
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification (PRINCE2 practitioner) or equivalent experience
Physical Skills
Essential
- Travel between sites is required.
- Advanced keyboard skills physical skills / hand-eye coordination to accurately and proficiently use a computer keyboard when manipulating data or preparing reports.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of procuring under procurement legislation, Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023 and Provider Selection Regime.
- Experience in procurement in a commercial business.
- Experience of data analysis and using tools to measure performance, benchmark and ensure value for money.
- Experience in producing procurement information and reports.
- Experience of working withing appropriate policies and procedures and supporting the development of procurement policies.
- Experience of management of change processes to support continuous improvement.
- Experience of spreadsheet, database and computerised applications, preferably Oracle Financials.
Desirable
- Experience of NHS finance systems is desirable.
- Experience of Atamis is desirable.
- Experience of line managing staff is desirable.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of procurement legislation including but not limited to Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023, Provider Selection Regime.
- Specialist knowledge of Standing Financial Instructions, Standing Orders and Scheme of Delegation
- Specialist knowledge a range of procurement systems and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experience.
- Specialist knowledge of developing procurement documentation and terms, facilitating tenders, award reports to enable accurate and informed decision making.
- Excellent knowledge and appreciation of maintaining effective relationships across the organisation to deliver professional procurement services and reporting.
- Appropriate application of procurement legislation across different categories of spend.
- Ability to prioritise procurement projects, tasks and objectives effectively utilising available resources.
- Ability to escalate issues and delays in a timely manner to effectively resolve challenges.
- Must be able to continuously refine and improve the delivery of procurement services including reporting and processes.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with senior colleagues within procurement and key stakeholders across the organisation.
- Must be able to delegate and monitor workload and motivate colleagues to continuously improve the delivery of procurement services.
Qualifications
Essential
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification (PRINCE2 practitioner) or equivalent experience
Physical Skills
Essential
- Travel between sites is required.
- Advanced keyboard skills physical skills / hand-eye coordination to accurately and proficiently use a computer keyboard when manipulating data or preparing reports.
Additional information
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).
