The Head of Clinical Procurement you will be working with the combined procurement team at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and Sheffield Children's Hospitals. You will offer strategic direction and leadership for the Procurement & Supply Chain department within the public sector, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective procurement services.

Client Details

You will be working with the NHS and the combined procurement team at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and Sheffield Children's Hospitals. They have a strong commitment to providing top-tier services, the organisation is situated in Sheffield. You will help to make a significant impact in the community it serves.

Description

As the Head of Clinical Procurement you will;

• Lead the commercial strategy for clinical equipment, 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 South Yorkshire procurement initiatives, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
• To contribute to the development and implementation of Clinical Procurement strategies, supporting the Trusts business plans.
• Responsible for management of the Clinical 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 issues
• Undertakes contract reviews, assessing supplier performance against contractual obligations
• To 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.

Profile

A successful Head of Clinical Procurement Category should have:

• A degree level education or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record in strategic procurement and must have clinical category management.
• Experience of market engagement and developing category strategies
• Experience of leading a team working in a hybrid environment to deliver results.
• Minimum 3 year's direct involvement in Procurement of Clinical Goods/Services, this could be within the NHS or another public sector environment.
• Deep experience of managing complex clinical/equipment tenders and commercial arrangements
• Experience of influencing decisions and building highly effective relationships
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Understanding of procurement legislation and regulations.
• Ability to analyse complex data and produce clear reports.

Job Offer

• NHS Band 8B Circa £62,000 - £72,000 per year dependent on experience
• A rewarding role in a leading public sector organisation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and development.
• A positive and inclusive company culture.

Travel to Sheffield will be expected a couple of times per week so you much live within commutable distance. Interviews will take place w/c 2nd December

This role isn't only about managing procurement - it's about joining a dedicated team that's setting new standards in health care and making a difference for patients and staff alike. If you want to be part of this exciting journey please make contact ASAP