NHS Head of Procurement (England)

Interim Head of Procurement – NHS | £480 per day | Outside IR35

Are you a procurement professional with a strong track record in NHS settings? We’re working with a forward-thinking healthcare organisation in the South East that needs a seasoned interim to step in and lead a critical procurement function for the next 12 months.

Location: Southeast England (3-4 days on site per week)

Contract: Full-time, 12 months

Start: ASAP

Rate: £480 per day (Outside IR35))

This is a pivotal role, overseeing procurement strategy, leading a small team, and supporting key cost improvement targets. You’ll be the go-to expert for procurement analytics, MI reporting, and stakeholder updates — all while embedding strong governance and maximising the use of procurement tech platforms for medical and clinical consumables.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and delivering procurement insight and analysis
• Supporting the delivery of the Cost Improvement Programme
• Embedding robust governance and assurance processes
• Managing procurement systems and helpdesk operations
• Line-managing a team of four direct reports
• Producing board-level reports that drive action

What we’re looking for:

• Senior-level procurement experience in the NHS and wider public sector
• Strong analytics and MI reporting expertise
• A confident leader with experience in PMO, governance, and systems
• A pragmatic communicator who builds trust with stakeholders

WHY WORK WITH PRACTICUS?

We’ve been supporting the NHS with the provision of senior interims since 2004. We care about what we do as much as you care about what you do. If you feel you could help my client and the many people whose lives would be improved and enriched by the successful delivery of this portfolio, then I’d absolutely love to hear from you.