Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Procurement
Manager to lead on the procurement of Major Projects for Estates & Capital
due to the vast number of projects in the Capital Programme to develop and
enhance our estate and wider services.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has the
drive, enthusiasm and ability to work in a strategically challenging and
rewarding environment, whilst offering a unique opportunity for them to broaden
their procurement career.
The ideal candidate should enjoy working as part of a team,
be motivated, adaptable, able to influence, conduct strategic negotiations,
have excellent inter-personnel skills and the ability to communicate clearly
and effectively at all levels.
The role is flexible and we offer hybrid working.
Main duties of the job
The candidate needs to have demonstratable experience within
public sector procurement in above threshold tendering, managing complex
capital procurement projects, leading the development of estates and capital
procurement strategies, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, lead and drive
regular meetings to discuss project plans, priotiritsation of work, use of e-Tendering
systems and working on their own initiative.
You will act as an advocate to drive improvements in the
development, approval and implementation of procurement documentation, policies
and ways of working to achieve best practice and compliance. Managing and mentoring a small number of
procurement professionals, supporting individuals to develop their knowledge,
skills to progress and improve peformance.
About us
CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- A Competitive salary
- Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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read more information about the advertised role, and the main job
duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person
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Job description
Job responsibilities
To
read more information about the advertised role, and the main job
duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person
Specification located under the supporting documents heading.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player
- Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialised knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015 and its application within the public sector. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and a wealth of experience.
- Specialised knowledge of JCT, NEC suite of contracts and NHS standard Terms and Conditions and the application within an Estates and Capital Projects environment.
- Proven track record of forging robust stakeholder relationships with the skills to on-board and motivate stakeholders throughout a programme of work.
- Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
- Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and influencing all levels of Trust staff and external agencies
- Analytical skills
- IT Skills literate in Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Excel & Powerpoint
- Must be pragmatic and structured
- Knowledge of eProcurement systems
- Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans
- Strong leadership and management skills including coaching and mentoring
Qualifications
Essential
- MCIPS (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply), close to completion or demonstrable equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience
- Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post.
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of managing within a complex procurement environment at a senior level that demonstrates:
- expert knowledge in EU / UK procurement legislation and its application
- proven experience of managing large complex procurement programmes that cut across a variety of stakeholders
- detailed understanding of Estates procurement challenges, including major builds, Ward refurbishments, replacement of critical Estates infrastructure
- the ability to develop and deliver an Estates procurement work plan whilst identifying efficiencies / value / improvements
- proven experience of developing commercial relationships that provide benefits (including financial) to the organisation
- proven ability to influence and negotiate, delivering results
- strong relationship management designed to deliver and implement project delivery in an challenging environment
- experience of data analysis and spend analysis to drive and influence change
- successful project management
- presentation skills to promote engagement
- proven experience of delivery, year on year against strategic targets and objectives
- staff development and mentoring
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team player
- Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialised knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015 and its application within the public sector. This knowledge must be underpinned by theory and a wealth of experience.
- Specialised knowledge of JCT, NEC suite of contracts and NHS standard Terms and Conditions and the application within an Estates and Capital Projects environment.
- Proven track record of forging robust stakeholder relationships with the skills to on-board and motivate stakeholders throughout a programme of work.
- Working knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
- Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and influencing all levels of Trust staff and external agencies
- Analytical skills
- IT Skills literate in Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Excel & Powerpoint
- Must be pragmatic and structured
- Knowledge of eProcurement systems
- Working knowledge of National Procurement Strategies and associated plans
- Strong leadership and management skills including coaching and mentoring
Qualifications
Essential
- MCIPS (Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply), close to completion or demonstrable equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience
- Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post.
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of managing within a complex procurement environment at a senior level that demonstrates:
- expert knowledge in EU / UK procurement legislation and its application
- proven experience of managing large complex procurement programmes that cut across a variety of stakeholders
- detailed understanding of Estates procurement challenges, including major builds, Ward refurbishments, replacement of critical Estates infrastructure
- the ability to develop and deliver an Estates procurement work plan whilst identifying efficiencies / value / improvements
- proven experience of developing commercial relationships that provide benefits (including financial) to the organisation
- proven ability to influence and negotiate, delivering results
- strong relationship management designed to deliver and implement project delivery in an challenging environment
- experience of data analysis and spend analysis to drive and influence change
- successful project management
- presentation skills to promote engagement
- proven experience of delivery, year on year against strategic targets and objectives
- staff development and mentoring
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.
Employer details
Employer name
CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)
Address
The Centre For Health
Traynor Way
Whitehouse Business Park
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 2RU
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
