Procurement Business Manager

Overview

In this role you will support a collaborative NHS procurement function by driving governance, policy development and assurance across multiple trusts. You will translate guidance and contracts into practical, well-evidenced decisions, working with senior leaders to manage risk and compliance. You will operate with autonomy, yet align with defined procedures to strengthen procurement governance and commercial practice. This is an opportunity to shape governance and supply chain processes within a large NHS partnership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate governance and assurance activities across multiple NHS organisations
• Support development and management of policies, procedures and guidance
• Monitor compliance requirements and report on risks/issues
• Collaborate on contractual, supplier and procurement-related matters
• Provide analytical, governance and business management support to the leadership team

Key requirements

• Experience of standard business practices
• Ability to work alone with initiative and make decisions
• Strong communication, persuasion and negotiation skills
• Respect for confidential information
• IT literate with modern working practices
• Good problem-solving ability
• Understanding of modern purchasing and supply methods (desirable)
• Knowledge of standard computer systems (Microsoft products) and related procedures (BTEC or equivalent knowledge)

• initiative
• strong communication
• negotiation
• IT literacy
• Microsoft products
• modern working practices

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