Overview
In this role you will lead and optimise procurement and commissioning for a portfolio of adult care services, ensuring safe, high-quality, value-for-money outcomes within budgets. You’ll design and manage robust tender processes, provide expert commercial advice, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to support compliance and service transformation for Lincolnshire residents. You will influence market engagement, contract design, and continuous improvement while maintaining ethical and regulatory standards. This is a strategic, impact-focused opportunity within a large public sector organisation.
Pay / Benefits
- health benefits
- retirement plans
- flexible working
- home or remote working
- learning opportunities
- equality and diversity focus
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage procurement for provision and re-provision of services within a designated programme portfolio, including market research, stakeholder engagement, and tender documentation.
- Design and implement procurement strategies that deliver best value and sustainable outcomes over contract life, including risk-sharing models where appropriate.
- Develop robust, outcomes-focused service specifications and manage tender evaluation methodologies and decision-making for contract awards.
- Record, monitor and report procurement activity, efficiency gains and service improvements within performance frameworks.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of commissioning strategies and plans to meet Council targets and objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the market and stakeholders to stimulate capacity, capability and opportunities for joint-commissioning.
- Engage with end users to inform effective procurement processes and co-produce service models where appropriate.
- Analyse data on service utilisation, performance, and costs to inform strategy and options for commercial activity.
- Lead negotiations with providers on tender processes, pricing and terms, and resolve issues across the commissioning lifecycle.
- Provide leadership and coaching to procurement teams, deputising for the Procurement Manager as required.
- Prepare reports on procurement and commercial matters for senior leadership and governance boards.
- Ensure procurement activity complies with regulatory frameworks and corporate risk strategy.
Key requirements
- Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., Diploma in Purchasing & Supply, CIPS membership) or demonstrable equivalent experience.
- Minimum five years’ practical experience in commissioning, procurement or related discipline.
- Up-to-date knowledge of procurement legislation, regulations, and sector trends.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with ability to challenge and influence at all levels.
- Experience in market analysis, benchmark, supplier development, contract management and ROI models.
- Interpersonal and relationship-building
- Diplomacy and resilience in challenging conversations
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Public sector procurement knowledge
- Tender design and evaluation methodologies
- Contract management and supplier performance monitoring
Senior Procurement Officer 18521/3521 in Lincoln employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
