Job summary
We are in the process of establishing long-term capability to deliver the New Hospital Programme - the 3rd largest programme on the Government's Major Projects Portfolio enabling the delivery of NHS's Health Infrastructure Plan.
The Deputy Director of Supply Chain Intelligence & Management role will focus on assessing the markets for their Appetite, Capability, Capacity, Resilience and Accessibility to deliver NHP ambition by creating a diverse, collaborative, and visible supply chain to reflect the transition into delivery and inform resource planning
The post holder will drive the definition of current processes, facilitate discussions and advise colleagues and the team as to how best practice might be adopted in the definition of future processes, document those processes as they are agreed and oversee their delivery.
As a Deputy Director of Supply Chain Intelligence & Management, the post holder will lead and work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers.
Main duties of the job
Key aspects of this role will be to: -
Ensure the strategy is formulated, understood by all stakeholders and is delivered utilising all available resources efficiently and effectively.
Ensure the development and management of relevant strategic plans, within the Sector.
Ensure appropriate system and processes are in place to enable the implementation of the strategy plans in the new organisations.
Proactively manage the key risks and issues associated and ensuring appropriate actions are taken to mitigate or respond.
Monitoring and establishing accountability on the overall progress of the strategy to ensure completion within agreed timescales.
Avoid the destabilisation of business as usual.
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
- Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
- Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
- Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
- Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
- Delivering value for money.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to master's level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area
- Membership of (or to be currently working towards) the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or World Commerce and Contracting (WCC - formerly IACCM), Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalents.
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in resilience and risk, supplier relationship management, risk analysis and market engagement
- Strong understanding of supplier risk management and analysis tools. For example; horizon scanning tools, Supply Chain mapping tools like Boxarr or equivalent and Plan For Every Part (PFEP).
- Proven track record of managing and leading cross-functional teams or projects. Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Experience of leading major change initiatives with entrepreneurialism in a challenging organisational environment
Skills Capabilities & Attributes
Essential
- Strong external communications skills in a politically sensitive environment with knowledge of and experience in handling media relations
- Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required
- Demonstrable leadership, vision, strategic thinking and planning with highly developed political skills
- Demonstrable ability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to master's level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area
- Membership of (or to be currently working towards) the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or World Commerce and Contracting (WCC - formerly IACCM), Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalents.
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in resilience and risk, supplier relationship management, risk analysis and market engagement
- Strong understanding of supplier risk management and analysis tools. For example; horizon scanning tools, Supply Chain mapping tools like Boxarr or equivalent and Plan For Every Part (PFEP).
- Proven track record of managing and leading cross-functional teams or projects. Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Experience of leading major change initiatives with entrepreneurialism in a challenging organisational environment
Skills Capabilities & Attributes
Essential
- Strong external communications skills in a politically sensitive environment with knowledge of and experience in handling media relations
- Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required
- Demonstrable leadership, vision, strategic thinking and planning with highly developed political skills
- Demonstrable ability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly
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).
