Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager – Tyne & Wear

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Are you an experienced procurement professional with expertise in capital equipment contracts?

Do you have a strong understanding of NHS and public sector procurement regulations?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Venn Group are recruiting for skilled Procurement Manager’s to join a fantastic organisation on a fixed term basis!    

Location:            Tyne & Wear

Salary:                Band 7 – starting at £46,000 p/a

Duration:            13-month Fixed Term Contract / 10-month Fixed Term Contract

Start:                  Immediate

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Capital and Maintenance Teams, ensuring efficient procurement of capital goods and maintenance services
• Oversee the tendering, awarding and management of capital equipment contracts, ensuring compliance with NHS Corporate Governance and Public Procurement legislation
• Manage a portfolio of capital procurement projects including new builds, refurbishments and equipment replacements
• Facilitate communication between internal stakeholders and external procurement bodies such as NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services and other public sector procurement organisations
• Ensure appropriate maintenance contracts are in place for procured equipment
• Provide professional procurement guidance to Clinical Directors, Directorate Managers and senior staff
• Manage a high-value portfolio, including:
  • Placing approx. 1,000 orders annually, valued at over £15m
  • Arranging approx. 700 maintenance contracts, valued at over £7.6m

Essential Criteria:

• Experience at a senior level in a procurement or supplies role within a large, complex organisation, preferably within the NHS
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading procurement teams
• In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and NHS procurement procedures
• Expertise in tendering and contract management for capital medical equipment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage with senior clinical and managerial staff, as well as suppliers
• Proficiency in procurement systems, preferably Oracle
• Professional purchasing qualification such as NVQ Level 4 (Procurement), CIPS (Degree level), or equivalent experience

Desirable Criteria:

• Managerial qualification
• Project management experience
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) qualification

To apply for this role or to find out about other IT opportunities, please contact Jordan Veitch on 07441 916444 or email jveitch@venngroup.com with an up to date CV.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.