Overview

We are looking for a Senior Procurement Specialist to manage defined expenditure categories and run procurement processes to deliver a portfolio of contracts. The successful candidate will support the Procurement Business Partner to manage strategic and operational procurement activities to deliver against business objectives and associated deadlines. They will deputise in the absence of the Procurement Business Partner and provide procurement category support and advice to the shared service, liaising with business leads within the Trusts to ensure compliance across the spend portfolio. The closing date is 16 October 2025.Main duties of the job

Take responsibility and work autonomously for the procurement of defined categories of expenditure by delivering a portfolio of contracts.Support the Procurement Business Partner as directed (and deputise in their absence) in the management of procurement and operational activities aligned to business objectives and timescales.Be the lead specialist for specific procurement categories and provide advice to the procurement team; liaise with business leads within the Trust to ensure compliance with approved standardised products and rationalise catalogue items to an optimum level.Support the delivery of an efficient and effective procurement and contracting service to meet customer requirements, ensuring best value for all aspects of the Trusts business and promote this service to all users.Lead on a key area of strategic delivery to support achieving and maintaining the Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework.About us

Our Values 2025 - 2030Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:We are kind.We are respectful.We work together with our communities.These values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.Qualifications and requirements

Must have

the Diploma in Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS Level 4) or equivalent relevant experience. The candidate must prove evidence of PSR, PCR 2015 and knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 in a working environment.Probation and starting with us

This post will be subject to a probationary period. New starters join on the first Monday of each month and undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks, including mandatory training and equipment allocation. The induction is held at the Trust head office in Rainham, Essex and includes engagement opportunities with the executive team and senior managers.Benefits and location

High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London

This post attracts a supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum £4,714 and maximum £5,941 per annum, pro rata for part-time).Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the Procurement Business Partner to manage strategic and operational procurement activities to deliver against business objectives and deadlines. They will deputise in the absence of the Procurement Business Partner, provide category support, liaise with business leads to ensure spend portfolio compliance, and promote an efficient procurement and contracting service to meet customer requirements and achieve best value. They will contribute to NHS Procurement and Commercial Standards accreditation by leading on a key area of strategic delivery. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when applying.We welcome applications even if you do not meet all criteria. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications.Other information

Certificates of Sponsorship

Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, sponsorship may not be available for all roles. Check eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, the High-Cost Area Supplement is not included to ensure fairness.Use of AI

Please see attached document regarding acceptable use of AI during the recruitment process.Person Specification

Technical

Procurement, tendering and contract management experience, including competitive tenders/quotationsNegotiating with suppliers and stakeholders with a track record of cost reductions and cost avoidanceExperience of e-tendering portal administrationMust have the Diploma in Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS Level 4) or equivalentExperience of leading projects within multidisciplinary teams to deliver significant changeWorking knowledge of NHS procurement issuesSkills

Team player with ability to work with financial managersProactive stakeholder management and timely response to requestsStakeholder analysis, engagement and managementUnderstanding of NHS procurementDisclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires a DBS check as part of the recruitment process.Contract: PermanentWorking pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

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