Job summary
Would you like to develop your career in procurement? We are
looking for a Procurement Manager to facilitate complex procurement projects
and to support and develop our team. You will play a key role in supporting the
strategic direction whilst developing others enhancing your management and
leadership skills.
If you are a highly motivated individual who has the drive,
enthusiasm and ability to work in a challenging and rewarding environment then
we'd like to speak to you so we can explain more about this exciting
opportunity and why it's a great time to join our team at Synchronicity Care
Limited.
We can offer you a unique opportunity for you to broaden
your procurement career, with a platform to network, continue to develop your
skills and reputation in the region and help you to access onward training and
development.
The role is flexible and we offer hybrid working.
For an informal chat please call or e-mail Jena
Robson, Senior Procurement Manager on 07584774264 or jena.robson@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate will have demonstratable experience
within public sector procurement in tendering, facilitating procurement
projects and developing procurement forward plans. The candidate will have
excellent stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to lead procurement
meetings and influence procurement plans, prioritisation of work, and in addition
be able to use e-Tendering systems and work on their own initiative.
The ideal candicate will act as an advocate to
drive improvements in the development and implementation of procurement
documentation, policies and ways of working to achieve best practice and
compliance. Managing and mentoring a
small number of procurement professionals, supporting individuals to develop
their knowledge and skills to progress and improve peformance will be a key
element of the role and is a perfect opportunity to develop and enhance your
management and leadership skills.
About us
CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- A Competitive salary
- Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities
please head to 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 head to the Job Description and Person Specification located under the
supporting documents heading.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialised knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and its application within the public sector. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and a wealth of experience.
- Proven track record of forging robust stakeholder relationships with the skills to on-board and motivate stakeholders throughout a programme of work.
- Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
- Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and influencing all levels of Trust staff and external agencies
- Analytical skills
- IT Skills literate in Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Excel & Powerpoint
- Must be pragmatic and structured
- Knowledge of eProcurement systems
- Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans
- Strong leadership and management skills including coaching and mentoring
Special Requirements
Essential
- A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player
- Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location
Qualifications
Essential
- MCIPS (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience
- Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post.
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of managing within a complex procurement environment at a senior level that demonstrates
- expert knowledge in EU / UK procurement legislation and its application
- proven experience of managing large complex procurement programmes that cut across a variety of stakeholders
- staff development and mentoring
- proven experience of developing commercial relationship that provide benefits (including financial) to the organisation
- proven ability to influence and negotiate, delivering results
- strong relationship management designed to deliver and implement project delivery in an challenging environment
- an ability to use data and spend analysis to drive and influence change
- successful project management
- presentation skills to promote engagement
- proven experience of delivery, year on year against strategic targets and objectives
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialised knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and its application within the public sector. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and a wealth of experience.
- Proven track record of forging robust stakeholder relationships with the skills to on-board and motivate stakeholders throughout a programme of work.
- Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
- Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and influencing all levels of Trust staff and external agencies
- Analytical skills
- IT Skills literate in Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Excel & Powerpoint
- Must be pragmatic and structured
- Knowledge of eProcurement systems
- Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans
- Strong leadership and management skills including coaching and mentoring
Special Requirements
Essential
- A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player
- Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location
Qualifications
Essential
- MCIPS (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience
- Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post.
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of managing within a complex procurement environment at a senior level that demonstrates
- expert knowledge in EU / UK procurement legislation and its application
- proven experience of managing large complex procurement programmes that cut across a variety of stakeholders
- staff development and mentoring
- proven experience of developing commercial relationship that provide benefits (including financial) to the organisation
- proven ability to influence and negotiate, delivering results
- strong relationship management designed to deliver and implement project delivery in an challenging environment
- an ability to use data and spend analysis to drive and influence change
- successful project management
- presentation skills to promote engagement
- proven experience of delivery, year on year against strategic targets and objectives
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)
Address
The Centre For Health
Traynor Way
Whitehouse Business Park
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 2RU
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
