Job summary
NWSSP is responsible for the full Procure to pay process for all Health Boards/Trusts in Wales. Procurement Services have a vacancy for a National Medicines Value - Commercial Manager within the Medicines Value Unit (MVU). The MVU aligns with the ministerial priorities of a Healthier Wales by targeting new and innovative medicines to target population health and to drive greater value for the Welsh NHS through a Value-Based approach to medicines procurement, and working with NHS Wales bodies to gather, measure, and improve both patient outcomes and experience.This is an excellent opportunity to develop your procurement career in a dynamic, challenging and high profile environment. In addition to the criteria outlined in the specification, you should demonstrate how you apply commercial acumen and utilise skills to deliver in the complex changing environment throughout NHS Wales. A resilient personality and track record of delivering creative and innovative procurement solutions are required for success in this role.Discover how you can enjoy life to the full & progress your fulfilling career by sharing in our values, working together, taking responsibility, listening and learning and innovation.
Main duties of the job
Main duties:Lead the organisation & delivery of Services, in conjunction with staff having a role in delivery of related projects & activity.Ensure that The Medicines Value Unit achieve our operational and financial objectives and act in compliance with EU legislation, UK law and Health Board / Trust Standing Financial Instructions.Provide vision and leadership in the development and implementation of a Medicines Value service improvement within the function, ensuring that systems, processes, policies and procedures are in place to enable the team to deliver its strategic and operational targets.Lead, motivate and develop his/her team to deliver agreed performance targets in key areas, including:o Delivering high standards of customer service through the provision of medicines value activitieso Ensure delivery of an efficient and effective service across NHS Waleso Delivery of schemes and projects to time and budgeto Delivery of Value Based agreements with the pharmaceutical industryo Engage with wider stakeholders to develop agreements that are meet the needs of the serviceThe ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated/qualified to degree level or evidence of relevant equivalent experience.
- Post graduate degree (MA/MSc/MBA) or demonstrable equivalent experience in a relevant area.
- Sound knowledge of Health Board/trusts Procurement Processes/Procedures
Desirable
- MCIPS (Level 5 -6) - or specialist knowledge of public sector procurement
- Qualified in project management, i.e. PRINCE2 or alternative methodology
- Knowledge of e-business systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of successfully using service/process improvement/ culture change methodologies i.e. LEAN, Six Sigma or equivalent.
- Demonstrable track record of achievement of operational management, and delivery of operational strategic objectives
- Proven experience of handling high value/complex projects on time and within budget.
- Expertise in contract/supplier management to deliver outcomes.
Desirable
- Extensive clinical pharmacy and medicines procurement and logistics experience
- Experience of working with the pharmaceutical industry and professional organisations
- Development of services across the primary/secondary care interface
Skills
Essential
- Standard keyboard skills and ability to use email, internet and standard work processing packages.
- Ability to demonstrate sound analytical reasoning, effective decision making and an ability to identify and manage risks.
- Ability to communicate complex information effectively to multi-disciplinary groups of staff at all levels
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable level 1 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Ability to diagnose problems and propose creative and practical solutions.
Attitude & Apptitude
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desireable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Vision & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desireable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated/qualified to degree level or evidence of relevant equivalent experience.
- Post graduate degree (MA/MSc/MBA) or demonstrable equivalent experience in a relevant area.
- Sound knowledge of Health Board/trusts Procurement Processes/Procedures
Desirable
- MCIPS (Level 5 -6) - or specialist knowledge of public sector procurement
- Qualified in project management, i.e. PRINCE2 or alternative methodology
- Knowledge of e-business systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of successfully using service/process improvement/ culture change methodologies i.e. LEAN, Six Sigma or equivalent.
- Demonstrable track record of achievement of operational management, and delivery of operational strategic objectives
- Proven experience of handling high value/complex projects on time and within budget.
- Expertise in contract/supplier management to deliver outcomes.
Desirable
- Extensive clinical pharmacy and medicines procurement and logistics experience
- Experience of working with the pharmaceutical industry and professional organisations
- Development of services across the primary/secondary care interface
Skills
Essential
- Standard keyboard skills and ability to use email, internet and standard work processing packages.
- Ability to demonstrate sound analytical reasoning, effective decision making and an ability to identify and manage risks.
- Ability to communicate complex information effectively to multi-disciplinary groups of staff at all levels
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable level 1 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Ability to diagnose problems and propose creative and practical solutions.
Attitude & Apptitude
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desireable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Vision & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desireable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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).
