Procurement and Commissioning Manager
The closing date is 12 March 2026
Job summary
Are you an experienced in procurement and seeking a new challenge?
Do you have experience working in the public sector?
We are currently seeking a full-time Procurement and Commissioning Manager to join the Trust on a fixed term basis. The post holder will lead the procurement of commissioning activity for the Oxfordshire Adult Mental Health Services, supporting the redesign, recommissioning and ongoing contract management. The role ensures delivery of high-quality, value-for-money services aligned to Trust and ICS priorities, supports service redesign and market shaping, and ensures compliance with statutory and governance frameworks.
The role exists to integrate procurement expertise with commissioning cycle to deliver compliant, efficient, end-to-end commercial management that enables improved patient outcomes, financial sustainability and operational resilience across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
- Ensure all activity is fully compliant with statutory and Trust governance frameworks.
- Lead the planning, prioritisation and delivery of commissioning and procurement projects, ensuring alignment with Trust objectives and statutory requirements.
- Manage and mitigate commercial, quality and operational risks associated with commissioning and procurement activity
- Ensure commercial information, data and documentation are appropriately stored and meet confidentiality and IG requirements.
- Support the recruitment, induction, development and appraisal of staff in line with Trust HR policies
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Provide expert advice to senior clinical, operational and corporate leaders on commissioning and procurement matters.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
25 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year Per Annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-OA7771966
Job locations
Slade House
Horspath Driftway
Oxfordshire
OX3 7JH
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Slade House
Horspath Driftway
Oxfordshire
OX3 7JH
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Programme Manager and Partnership Manager
Kay Bishop
Kay.Bishop@Oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
07748334657
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