Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Head of Strategic Procurement

The closing date is 01 February 2026

Job summary

TheHead of Strategic Procurement will be responsible for leading the Integrated Procurement Service (IPS) category team, driving innovation, value and compliance with Procurement Regulations and the IPS procurement strategy objectives.

Main duties of the job

The role will include working strategically with the strategic procurement team and stakeholders to delivery value for money, follow best practise procurement and regulations, resulting in high quality care for our service users.

You will be accountable for all technical expert advice on procurement activity and governance across all non-pay spend areas, responsible for ensuring compliance and adherence to all policies and procedures.

You will work autonomously, enjoy managing and supporting people to achieve their potential, have a strong customer focus, and will be an active participant across both organisations, working with senior stakeholders.

Skills, experience, and a passion for this subject area are essential, together with a need for strong practical implementation experience.

The role will be based at SABP Headquarters in Leatherhead and will require travel across any locations of both Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SABP) and Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SPFT). Travel across the Southeast, London and nationally may also be required.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Date posted

14 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,653 to £77,094 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

325-7716425-CORP

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

18 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MCIPS Qualified or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience

Experience

Essential

A minimum of 5 years experience in procurement with significant knowledge in a senior procurement / category management role.
Experience in achieving cost savings and service improvements over a period of time for complex projects.
Experience in people management with the ability to delegate, empower, influence and lead people in a complex and dynamic organisation.
Experience of capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
Evidence of inputting and supporting the development of procurement strategies, procurement governance and strategic contract management.

Desirable

NHS or Public Sector experience

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MCIPS Qualified or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience

Experience

Essential

A minimum of 5 years experience in procurement with significant knowledge in a senior procurement / category management role.
Experience in achieving cost savings and service improvements over a period of time for complex projects.
Experience in people management with the ability to delegate, empower, influence and lead people in a complex and dynamic organisation.
Experience of capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
Evidence of inputting and supporting the development of procurement strategies, procurement governance and strategic contract management.

Desirable

NHS or Public Sector experience

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.