The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Procurement Manager

The closing date is 30 April 2026

Job summary

The Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital and partners across the Shropshire Telford and Wrekin ICS are undertaking an exciting Hospital Transformation Programme, which includes the building and equipping of a substantial new build at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital as well as re-configuration of services.

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager who can join us on a 12-month fixed term contract to support the existing procurement team. The ideal candidate must have proven NHS Procurement experience, a detailed understanding of public sector procurement regulations and be able to work on their own initiative and as part of a wider team.

Experience of capital equipping, minor works and concession contracts within the NHS / public sector would be advantageous. We offer an agile working approach, the role will require the successful candidate to be on-site in Shrewsbury for 1-2 days per week or as required, with agile (home) working available for non-on-site days.

Main duties of the job

  • The post holder will be expected to provide professional procurement advice and support and to lead the procurement process in delivering best value and service to the Trust(s).
  • To support the Senior Procurement Manager in delivering a range of Capital Works and Capital Equipping Projects as part of our Hospital Transformation Programme.
  • To develop and manage a portfolio of contracts and support its renewal strategy.
  • To strategically manage non-pay expenditure within the respective division and actively identify and deliver areas of efficiencies which include savings.
  • The role may involve leading / managing a team and the post holder will assist in developing the team's skills and capability to meet internally & externally set performance management targets, i.e. savings, contract coverage and customer satisfaction.
  • The postholder will develop their own skills and experience through on the job and associated training courses.
  • The post holder will need to work across Trust divisions / Trusts and collaborate across the ICS where necessary to deliver mutual benefits and efficiencies.

About us

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-PCM-304

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital/Shrewsbury Business Park/Atcham

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Corporate Membership of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply or equivalent experience is required or willingness to work towards.
  • Procurement experience to include UK Procurement Directives, Negotiation, developed through short courses, self-experience & self-study.

Desirable

  • Project management experience/qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Understanding of operational requirements of purchasing and supply
  • Experience of working in procurement within the NHS or comparable experience
  • Working Knowledge of NHS Supply Chain/National Frameworks agreements.

Desirable

  • Experience of minor works and capital equipping
  • Experience of working within large multi discipline organisation
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Corporate Membership of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply or equivalent experience is required or willingness to work towards.
  • Procurement experience to include UK Procurement Directives, Negotiation, developed through short courses, self-experience & self-study.

Desirable

  • Project management experience/qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Understanding of operational requirements of purchasing and supply
  • Experience of working in procurement within the NHS or comparable experience
  • Working Knowledge of NHS Supply Chain/National Frameworks agreements.

Desirable

  • Experience of minor works and capital equipping
  • Experience of working within large multi discipline organisation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital/Shrewsbury Business Park/Atcham

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital/Shrewsbury Business Park/Atcham

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Director of Procurement

James Richards

j.richards22@nhs.net

07547106109

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-PCM-304

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital/Shrewsbury Business Park/Atcham

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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