Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsClient Authorisation RequiredA fantastic opportunity to join BSW AHA as a Deputy Head of SourcingOffers agile/hybrid working approachAbout Our ClientThe B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire Acute Hospital Alliance Procurement Service deliver procurement services to the following organisations:Great Western Hospital NHS Foundation Trust;Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation TrustSalisbury NHS Foundation TrustCommunity Sites within the B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care BoardSulis Hospital Bath (a wholly owned subsidiary of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation TrustThe team supports the development, implementation and delivery of procurement strategies and schemes through providing professional advice and guidance that positively reinforces and delivers financial and operational efficiencies, compliance to internal and external legislation and the use of innovative technologies whilst ensuring the patient and our colleagues are at the forefront of what we do.The Team and the service we offer is expanding, with further reliance on regions to work more collaboratively to drive further financial efficiencies through economies of scales, but working with other likeminded organisations to change the way in which the NHS procures goods, services and works to drive further added value from new and/or current commercial commitments that are already in place The Team work across a number of national networks working collaboratively with partners in Bristol, Southampton, Portsmouth, Oxford as well as larger collaborative functions such as the Peninsula Purchasing Supply Alliance (PPSA).At the B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire Acute Hospital Alliance Procurement Service, collaboration is essential and central to our decision making. Through wider collaboration, working with our clinical and non-clinical colleagues, we deliver economies of scale, better data sharing, best practice, remove unwarranted variation from our practices and supply base, to maximise value and efficiencies.Job DescriptionThe Deputy Head of Procurement - Non-Clinical is a leadership role, playing an important part in supporting the Head of Sourcing to innovate the way in which Procurement provide a strategic sourcing service as well as leading, managing and supporting the non-clinical sourcing work stream. The Deputy Head of Sourcing and Non Clinical is pivotal to leading the non-clinical work stream to develop BSW ICS wide category strategies that deliver value through innovative sourcing processes, robust contract management and efficient and cost effective supply chains.The role is essential to building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders across BSW ICS, representing the Procurement Service at strategic and operational forums providing expertise and insights on delivering value for money whilst maintaining compliance with internal regulations and legislation.The Deputy Head of Sourcing and Non Clinical is empowered to lead a work stream of circa 11 people with 3 direct reports, owning all elements of the sourcing cycle from Project Launch through to Implementation, navigating the non-clinical work stream and stakeholders through developing procurement strategies, executing the category strategy, negotiating effectively with suppliers, implementing contract management routines as well as providing support and guidance to all.The role will shadow tasks undertaken by the Head of Sourcing, providing an amazing opportunity to be exposed to Executive Leads and Board Sponsors locally and regionally. The Role will provide an opportunity to network with like-minded senior leads across the BSW ICS region, the South West and nationallyThe Successful ApplicantLead a team of procurement professionals to deliver and agreed annual work stream.Lead and support developing, delivering and implementing category strategies within the Non Clinical Work stream.Have a good understanding of one or more of the following categories: 1) Information Technology/Digital 2) Professional and Corporate Services 3) Hard and soft FMLead and support negotiations with suppliers to deliver value as part robust contract management routines.Effectively drive sourcing strategies that align and integrate the BSW ICS, maximising buying power and an aggregate spend model.Ensure the BSW ICS complies to local and national governance and have a good understanding of the theory and application of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (however not essential).Can demonstrate excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills and the ability to create and maintain collaborative relationshipsPioneer financial and environmental sustainability with a focus on implementing Social Value factors in everything we do.Demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to manipulate large sets of data creating meaningful and concise business insights that can be communicated to the stakeholders.What's on OfferSalary between £50,952 - £57,349Competitive pension scheme27 days annual leave plus bank holidays - annual leave entitlement will increase with service.Further education through the Education Centre, HFMA, CIPS Accredited Courses, Health Care Supply Agency (HCSA)Access to the Apprenticeship Levy for further Professional Development i.e MCIPS, CILT, MBa's etcAgile / Hybrid WorkingAccess to NHS Discount OpportunitiesEmployee Benefits Scheme i.e. Cycle to Work, Car Salary SacrificeContactJoe BloorQuote job refJN-042023-6022165Phone number+44 114 270 3761Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorDirect ProcurementSectorPublic SectorLocationSwindonContract typePermanentConsultant nameJoe BloorConsultant phone+44 114 270 3761Job referenceJN-042023-6022165
