Job Description

Insight Executive Group is proud to partner with North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust (NW Anglia FT) to source candidates for key appointments for the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Redevelopment Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the creation of a state-of-the-art healthcare facility that will transform care delivery for future generations. We are looking for a strategic and experienced Procurement Manager to lead the procurement of goods and services for the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Redevelopment, ensuring excellent value, high-quality, and efficient supply processes.As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for delivering the Trust's Procurement Strategy, with a focus on the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Redevelopment Programme. You will play a crucial role in securing contracts, leading supplier negotiations, and driving savings across all procurement activities. This is a unique role to be involved in one of the most significant healthcare infrastructure projects in the country.Who We Are Looking ForTo apply for this role, you must be educated to a postgraduate degree level or have equivalent experience at a senior procurement manager level in a relevant commercial environment and possess advanced interpersonal skillsMain duties of the job

• Lead the procurement strategy for the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Redevelopment, ensuring alignment with Trust objectives and compliance with NHS procurement policies.
• Manage supplier relationships, lead complex procurement activities, and ensure contract compliance to deliver value, quality, and efficiency.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and support the delivery of the Trust's non-pay savings targets through the development of key supplier strategies.
• Support the Director of Procurement & Supply Chain by deputising and contributing to the Trust's overall procurement transformation agenda

About usWe are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.Date posted20 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalaryxc2xa353,755 to xc2xa360,504 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number176-C-6599466-AJob locationsHinchingbrooke HospitalHuntingdonPE29 6NTJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you are interested in this role and would like to learn more please contact us atNorthWestAngliaNHS@insightexecutive.co.uk Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you are interested in this role and would like to learn more please contact us atNorthWestAngliaNHS@insightexecutive.co.ukPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Educated to a postgraduate degree level or equivalent experience at a senior procurement manager level in a relevant commercial environment
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
• Evidence of continued personal and professional development (CPD)

Desirable

• Prince 2 Practitioner

ExperienceEssential

• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager in previous or similar commercial roles
• A minimum of 3 years management experience in a similar role
• Experience managing staff across a multi-site environment
• Demonstrable experience of using IT Procurement solutions at an advanced level for Contract Management, e-tendering, catalogue Management and Inventory Management

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Educated to a postgraduate degree level or equivalent experience at a senior procurement manager level in a relevant commercial environment
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
• Evidence of continued personal and professional development (CPD)

Desirable

• Prince 2 Practitioner

ExperienceEssential

• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager in previous or similar commercial roles
• A minimum of 3 years management experience in a similar role
• Experience managing staff across a multi-site environment
• Demonstrable experience of using IT Procurement solutions at an advanced level for Contract Management, e-tendering, catalogue Management and Inventory Management

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