Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsHead of Category - Senior Procurement Lead- NHSPublic SectorAbout Our ClientAn NHS organisation that have a strong commitment to providing fantastic services and are leaders in what they do. They can offer development opportunitiesJob Description Head of Category/ Senior Procurement LeadLead the commercial strategy for the category area, change programs, and supply chain resilience.Oversee high-value contracts and major supplier relationships to secure the best outcomes for the Trusts.Collaborate on national, regional, and procurement initiatives, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.To contribute to the development and implementation of Senior Procurement strategies, supporting the Trusts business plans.Responsible for management of the a small team procuring goods, services and capital equipment, achieving the best possible financial outcomes for the Trusts, based on whole-lifecycle costs.Manage a skilled team, build collaborative partnerships, and deliver cost-saving strategies in alignment with the Trusts' productivity goals.Accountable for driving commercial negotiations with major suppliers of equipment and services as well as planning of negotiation strategies.Accountable for the resolution of commercial dispute situations including supporting any engagement with third-party legal advisors in respect to resolving contractual issuesUndertakes contract reviews, assessing supplier performance against contractual obligationsTo deliver against agreed annual cost reduction targets and report on action taken, taking specialist responsibility for specific Departments and product categories.Responsibility for managing commercial risk in the areas of responsibility.To deputise for the Deputy Procurement Director.The Successful Applicant A successful Head of Category/ Senior Procurement Lead should have:A degree level education or equivalent experience.Proven track record in strategic procurement and must be competent at a senior level leading on a category and driving the strategy.You must have a track record work working in a complex stakeholder environment where you will be able to challenge and support key stakeholdersExperience of market engagement and developing category strategiesExperience of leading a team working in a hybrid environment to deliver results.Minimum 3 year's direct involvement in Procurement at a senior level within the NHS or another public sector environment.Experience of managing complex tenders, end to end procurements and commercial arrangementsExperience of influencing decisions and building highly effective relationshipsStrong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team.Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.Understanding of procurement legislation and regulations and must be confident in PA23Ability to analyse complex data and produce clear reports.What's on OfferNHS Band 8B Circa £62,000 - £72,000 per year dependent on experienceA rewarding role in a leading public sector organisation.Comprehensive benefits package.Opportunities for career progression and development to be up skilled.A positive and inclusive company culture working with a fantastic team of people.Hybrid working with 1 day on-site in Sheffield ( but you will be required to be in the office as you build strong stakeholders relations and learn the role)Please reach out ASAP if you are looking for a new challengeContactKatie MartinQuote job refJN-012025-6641485Phone number+44 113 388 9061Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorIndirect ProcurementSectorPublic SectorLocationSheffieldContract typePermanentConsultant nameKatie MartinConsultant phone+44 113 388 9061Job referenceJN-012025-6641485
