The Procurement team provides procurement, commercial, logistics, and supply chain services to the Trust. The Sr Procurement manager will support the Head of Procurement in defining and implementing a procurement strategy that supports delivery of the Trust's overall strategy and objectives in line with the national NHS procurement strategy and Future Operating Model. The post holder will shape and deliver the strategy for a specific area of responsibility.
The post holder will be expected to build strong and effective relationships at a strategic level with senior stakeholders and to work collaboratively in order to deliver optimum demonstrable value from the Trust's third-party supplier spend. They will also be expected to promote the adoption of innovative products and solutions by working closely with Trust colleagues and suppliers.
Main duties of the job
The job entails establishing contracts for the Trust, in cooperation with the department leads. It is key to build strong relationships to ensure needs are defined and procurement is done in accordance with the standing financial instructions.
The post holder will need to have knowledge of frameworks and the Contract legislation valid at any time. The post holder shall guide the Trust to deliver value for money and establish a portfolio of strong contracts.
About us
Why colleagues think we are a great place to work!
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.
We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates. We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow. Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued. Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
Education and qualifications
Essential
Graduate Diploma in Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience Evidence of Continuous professional development (CPD) Desirable
MBA or equivalent qualification or significant in-depth senior level experience
Experience
Essential
Significant Procurement Management experience e.g., Public Contract Legislation, Contract Law, Managing a procurement process, Knowledge of common practice throughout the industry, NHS conditions of contract, Use of electronic tools for Procurement Extensive demonstrable experience of effectively managing teams Accomplished at using the full range of available software packages, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access Proven knowledge and understanding of the political environment and stakeholder management Experience in Procurement practice to drive value for money from contracts in the portfolio Desirable
NHS experience at senior management level Proven track record of performance management The ability to run large complex collaborative procurements Strategic and day to day management of team
Skills and abilities
Essential
Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to drive and motivate teams of people at all levels of an organisation, and to manage conflict Ability to build strong working relationships at all levels Strong influencing and negotiation skills
Other
Essential
Self-motivated and self-disciplined Ability to work flexibly and in a changing environment Resilient in dealing with a challenging environment and in the face of conflict Demonstrate a commitment to professional development of self and others
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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The post holder will be expected to build strong and effective relationships at a strategic level with senior stakeholders and to work collaboratively in order to deliver optimum demonstrable value from the Trust's third-party supplier spend. They will also be expected to promote the adoption of innovative products and solutions by working closely with Trust colleagues and suppliers.
Main duties of the job
The job entails establishing contracts for the Trust, in cooperation with the department leads. It is key to build strong relationships to ensure needs are defined and procurement is done in accordance with the standing financial instructions.
The post holder will need to have knowledge of frameworks and the Contract legislation valid at any time. The post holder shall guide the Trust to deliver value for money and establish a portfolio of strong contracts.
About us
Why colleagues think we are a great place to work!
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.
We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates. We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow. Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued. Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
Education and qualifications
Essential
Graduate Diploma in Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience Evidence of Continuous professional development (CPD) Desirable
MBA or equivalent qualification or significant in-depth senior level experience
Experience
Essential
Significant Procurement Management experience e.g., Public Contract Legislation, Contract Law, Managing a procurement process, Knowledge of common practice throughout the industry, NHS conditions of contract, Use of electronic tools for Procurement Extensive demonstrable experience of effectively managing teams Accomplished at using the full range of available software packages, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access Proven knowledge and understanding of the political environment and stakeholder management Experience in Procurement practice to drive value for money from contracts in the portfolio Desirable
NHS experience at senior management level Proven track record of performance management The ability to run large complex collaborative procurements Strategic and day to day management of team
Skills and abilities
Essential
Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to drive and motivate teams of people at all levels of an organisation, and to manage conflict Ability to build strong working relationships at all levels Strong influencing and negotiation skills
Other
Essential
Self-motivated and self-disciplined Ability to work flexibly and in a changing environment Resilient in dealing with a challenging environment and in the face of conflict Demonstrate a commitment to professional development of self and others
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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