Job summaryWould you like to join an ambitious procurement collaborative organisation to support with the development and implementation of ambitious strategies in the Commercial Delivery team?
The role will require an ability to work alongside both senior external clinical and operational teams as well as senior level stakeholders on a regional and national basis to drive innovation and collaboration, primarily in the Digital space. The role will also require the leadership of a small team of Category Managers.
Along with significant senior procurement experience that includes Digital Health/ Technology or other complex spend category, you will be able to demonstrate experience in stakeholder management and category management. Significant contract negotiation, contract management and supplier engagement experience along with a record of achieving substantial transformation and value for money will also be key to success.
Main duties of the jobTo support the Assistant Category Director and Director of Commercial Delivery and the wider team in the delivery of cost and efficiency savings across a large portfolio of procurement projects, contributing significantly to the delivery of allocated projects within key timelines.
To ensure contract compliance across the NHS LPP, pursuing procurement excellence through the implementation of efficient and effective procurement projects. Meeting customer requirements by demonstrating best value for money, through compliance with category priorities and contracts, and by actively managing the market place through development of key strategies for supplier and contract management.
Working with the Assistant Category Director and Director and the wider team in developing networks and providing input into appropriate NHS LPP projects. Liaising with colleagues at all levels to ensure compliance in the use of agreed standardised and compliant products and services. About usPlease note that as an organisation NHS LPP has been hosted by Guy's & St Thomas' (GSTT) NHS Foundation Trust since 2012 and provides the legal framework and supporting services under which NHS LPP operates. NHS LPP staff are employed by GSTT.
However, NHS LPP is a membership organisation funded and governed by its members and not GSTT. NHS LPP develops and manages collaborative procurement projects on behalf of its members including acute, community and mental health trusts, as well as CCGs. NHS LPP has a number of members outside of London.
This role requires the postholder to manage complex collaborative procurements within the normal NHS membership but also working with other public sector bodies, advising and managing their procurement processes to deliver benefit to the wider public sector.
The organisation will continue to develop asa centre of commercial excellence that delivers significant and sustainable cost and service improvements to all stakeholders primarily in the London NHS economy but also outside London. NHS LPP are proud to be Accredited by Investors In People & Disability Awareness.
DetailsDate posted25 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8bSalary
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75,328 to 86,114 a year
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ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time,
Flexible working,
Home or remote working
Reference number196-COF11251-TJob locationsNHS London Procurement PartnershipIndia House, 45 Curlew streetLondonSE1 2NDUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesBe responsible for leading a team of category managersProactively engage, build and maintain collaborative working relationships with NHS TrustsProvide specialist commercial advice and support, to local, regional and national NHS procurement and contract management initiatives.
Lead a portfolio of procurement and contract management projects, in support of NHS organisations around the country, ensuring initiatives are developed to deliver value for money.
Ensure all procurement and contract management activities operate in full accordance with the relevant legislation.
Be responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and reviewing procurement strategies for allocated categories, through detailed demand/ market analysis, to ensure continual improvement and innovation in service.
Require an awareness and implementation of national procurement initiatives undertaken by Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, NHS Supply Chain/ SCCL, cross Government Agencies and Crown Commercial Service. Undertake proactive identification and management of risk throughout the procurement process.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesBe responsible for leading a team of category managersProactively engage, build and maintain collaborative working relationships with NHS TrustsProvide specialist commercial advice and support, to local, regional and national NHS procurement and contract management initiatives.
Lead a portfolio of procurement and contract management projects, in support of NHS organisations around the country, ensuring initiatives are developed to deliver value for money.
Ensure all procurement and contract management activities operate in full accordance with the relevant legislation.
Be responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and reviewing procurement strategies for allocated categories, through detailed demand/ market analysis, to ensure continual improvement and innovation in service.
Require an awareness and implementation of national procurement initiatives undertaken by Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, NHS Supply Chain/ SCCL, cross Government Agencies and Crown Commercial Service. Undertake proactive identification and management of risk throughout the procurement process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMember of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experienceContinuous professional development (CPD)Procurement Procedures workshopsAccount management skills trainingRecognised advanced computer training coursesDesirableMasters or equivalent plus senior specialist procurement knowledge and experienceProject Management (Prince 2 Practitioner)
Experience
EssentialUnderstanding of wider public procurement and commercial worldSenior specialist commercial / industry experience in procurement and supply in a senior management role
Skills
EssentialPeople Management - the ability to manage, influence and lead people who may or may not be direct reportsTime Management - the ability to manage and priorities project activities and the workload of the Business Unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMember of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experienceContinuous professional development (CPD)Procurement Procedures workshopsAccount management skills trainingRecognised advanced computer training coursesDesirableMasters or equivalent plus senior specialist procurement knowledge and experienceProject Management (Prince 2 Practitioner)
Experience
EssentialUnderstanding of wider public procurement and commercial worldSenior specialist commercial / industry experience in procurement and supply in a senior management role
Skills
EssentialPeople Management - the ability to manage, influence and lead people who may or may not be direct reportsTime Management - the ability to manage and priorities project activities and the workload of the Business Unit.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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. xohmjla Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer nameGuy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustAddressNHS London Procurement PartnershipIndia House, 45 Curlew streetLondonSE1 2NDUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameGuy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustAddressNHS London Procurement PartnershipIndia House, 45 Curlew streetLondonSE1 2NDUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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