Job summary
The Procurement Department coordinates the sourcing, contracting and buying of goods and services to meet the operational requirements of theTrust.An opportunity has arisen in the position of a Band 7 Contracts Manager to work within a top performing, award winning Procurement team.We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well organized person to work within the Contracting team, providing integral support to the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will ensure that the Trusts Purchasing activities are undertaken in an efficient and effective manner, whilst maintaining compliance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions and purchasing policies and processes. They will be managerially accountable for members of the Contracts team and will be responsible for providing senior support to the Trust Procurement Manager and Head of Procurement.
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To produce sourcing and contract strategies utilising the relevant tools and techniques, enabling the Trust to identify opportunities to deliver cost and service improvements. To continually review and challenge existing sources of supply, identification of barriers to change, develop and implement strategies to ensure successful deployment of contracts. To support Trust business development opportunities, through the provision of advice to stakeholders in the production of tender documents and bid presentations, utilizing expert procurement knowledge and market intelligence. Work proactively with internal and external stakeholders to identify and develop areas where the Purchasing and Commercial Services Department can add value and generate income for the Trust. To develop and implement an appropriate strategies to review and challenge value for money and quality of service/products purchased from existing suppliers Chair Procurement Steering Groups, dealing effectively with potential conflict of ideas and challenges from Consultants to ensure compliance to Trust/National/EU regulations. Provide leadership and motivation for improvement, gaining recognition from the group as a specialist in the field of procurement. To undertake, implement, manage and review highly complex contract activity and commercial arrangements on behalf of the Trust. To be recognized as a procurement expert with the ability to offer commercial and technical advice to internal stakeholders and members of the Procurement team. To contribute to the development Procurement within the Trust, to ensure that all tendering procedures are conducted in line with statutory regulations and Trust Standing Financial instructions and offer value for money by : Developing and implementing contract management plans for a portfolio of key contracted suppliers. The post holder will play an active role in contributing to the implementation of the Trust Procurement Strategy, the continuous development of professional procurement practice the Trust and support in the operational management of the team undertaking designated duties from the Trust Procurement Manager and Head of Procurement as and when required. Ensure compliance with EU legislation, Trust Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions, plus good purchasing practice on all contracts dealt with. Assist and carry out local and EU quotation and tender exercises where applicable Manage purchasing projects as defined by the Trust Procurement Manager. Contribute to the delivery of achieving key performance indicator targets as defined by the Procurement Strategy and the National directives. To disseminate highly complex procurement information, for example summarized bid analysis from multiple Suppliers, to ensure clarity of understanding to a wide range of stakeholders, adapting communication style to suit the audience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To produce sourcing and contract strategies utilising the relevant tools and techniques, enabling the Trust to identify opportunities to deliver cost and service improvements. To continually review and challenge existing sources of supply, identification of barriers to change, develop and implement strategies to ensure successful deployment of contracts. To support Trust business development opportunities, through the provision of advice to stakeholders in the production of tender documents and bid presentations, utilizing expert procurement knowledge and market intelligence. Work proactively with internal and external stakeholders to identify and develop areas where the Purchasing and Commercial Services Department can add value and generate income for the Trust. To develop and implement an appropriate strategies to review and challenge value for money and quality of service/products purchased from existing suppliers Chair Procurement Steering Groups, dealing effectively with potential conflict of ideas and challenges from Consultants to ensure compliance to Trust/National/EU regulations. Provide leadership and motivation for improvement, gaining recognition from the group as a specialist in the field of procurement. To undertake, implement, manage and review highly complex contract activity and commercial arrangements on behalf of the Trust. To be recognized as a procurement expert with the ability to offer commercial and technical advice to internal stakeholders and members of the Procurement team. To contribute to the development Procurement within the Trust, to ensure that all tendering procedures are conducted in line with statutory regulations and Trust Standing Financial instructions and offer value for money by : Developing and implementing contract management plans for a portfolio of key contracted suppliers. The post holder will play an active role in contributing to the implementation of the Trust Procurement Strategy, the continuous development of professional procurement practice the Trust and support in the operational management of the team undertaking designated duties from the Trust Procurement Manager and Head of Procurement as and when required. Ensure compliance with EU legislation, Trust Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions, plus good purchasing practice on all contracts dealt with. Assist and carry out local and EU quotation and tender exercises where applicable Manage purchasing projects as defined by the Trust Procurement Manager. Contribute to the delivery of achieving key performance indicator targets as defined by the Procurement Strategy and the National directives. To disseminate highly complex procurement information, for example summarized bid analysis from multiple Suppliers, to ensure clarity of understanding to a wide range of stakeholders, adapting communication style to suit the audience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent and / or Full Membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply or working towards
Desirable
- Business related degree or post graduate qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a senior position within Purchasing and Supply
- Proven experience of tendering and contract management
- Experience of delivering cost savings/service improvement through the supplier base
- Experience of projects involving organisational change
Desirable
- Experience of project management
- Experience of e-procurement systems, including e-tendering and e-auctions.
- Working knowledge of Health Care environment
Skills
Essential
- Proven strong negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Literacy/numeracy skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to lead meetings in a business-like and professional manner
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to effectively manage change
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
- PC Literate including working knowledge of Microsoft applications
Desirable
- Excel / data analysis skills
- Presentation Skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of EU Procurement rules and tendering procedures
Desirable
- Understanding of Trust Standing Financial Instructions
Additional
Essential
- Results orientated and motivated to succeed
- Ability to embrace and adapt to change
- Creative problem solver
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent and / or Full Membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply or working towards
Desirable
- Business related degree or post graduate qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a senior position within Purchasing and Supply
- Proven experience of tendering and contract management
- Experience of delivering cost savings/service improvement through the supplier base
- Experience of projects involving organisational change
Desirable
- Experience of project management
- Experience of e-procurement systems, including e-tendering and e-auctions.
- Working knowledge of Health Care environment
Skills
Essential
- Proven strong negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Literacy/numeracy skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to lead meetings in a business-like and professional manner
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to effectively manage change
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
- PC Literate including working knowledge of Microsoft applications
Desirable
- Excel / data analysis skills
- Presentation Skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of EU Procurement rules and tendering procedures
Desirable
- Understanding of Trust Standing Financial Instructions
Additional
Essential
- Results orientated and motivated to succeed
- Ability to embrace and adapt to change
- Creative problem solver
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.
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.
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).
