Job summary
You will lead and take responsibility for a delegated category or categories having a value of circa twenty million to thirty million pounds of annual expenditure and be an active ambassador for KFM and our clients, fostering a highly professional and responsive client service approach and act as the main point of contact. Develop procurement strategy and implement strategic sourcing and strong stakeholder management to maintain the lowest costs and strengthen existing relationships with key suppliers. Review, negotiate, re- negotiate and draft contracts for cost optimisation and deliver savings targets to support the cost improvement programme. Implement change and improvements and support and enable staff to deliver, enhance expertise and build procurement capability. Work with Clinical staff to understand usage levels of goods and translate the need into effective contract and supply chain management to maintain a resilient supply chain.
Main duties of the job
Summary: We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join our Clinical Procurement team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing category strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and delivering value through effective procurement practices. Key Responsibilities Lead procurement for a category or categories worth £20-30 million annually. Develop and implement strategic procurement strategies to optimize costs and enhance supplier relationships. Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts to deliver savings and support cost improvement programs. Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure effective supply chain management. Foster a high-performing team and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures. Requirements MCIPS or equivalent experience. Proven track record in procurement strategy, contract management, and cost reduction. Experience in managing high-value, complex projects and teams. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Experience in the public sector and NHS procurement is desirable.
About us
KFM is a provider of healthcare support services our purpose is to partner with and support healthcare providers in providing world class patient care, with all profits and cost savings reinvested in the NHS. KFM provides a fully managed service across all clinical areas which includes providing all required clinical supplies and equipment along with maintenance, training and technical support, endoscopy decontamination, sterile services, renal dialysis support, radiology IT support and outpatient pharmacy. KFM also runs a procurement and contract management service for all departments. KFM is a Limited Liability Partnership owned by King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust with no private sector partners. KFM is a public authority not a private company. KFM has an annual turnover of around £185 million and over 350 staff.
Details
Date posted
24 December 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£61,900 to £68,600 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP7B48C97F
Job locations
London
SW48ED
Employer details
Employer name
KFM
Address
London
SW48ED
Employer's website
https://www.kings-fm.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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