Head of Procurement and Supply Chain

We’re working with an established independent hospital in London who are embarking on a pivotal transformation journey, and we’re seeking a Head of Procurement & Supply Chain to support that change. Sitting at the heart of the community, the hospital offers vital services with a collaborative and passionate team supporting it.

The Role

This is not a steady-state procurement leadership role it’s a rare opportunity to join an organisation with a shared transformation vision and be part of the journey to develop a high-performing procurement function.

Reporting into senior leadership, you will be central to a major transformation programme that spans governance improvement and supplier strategy. You’ll have full visibility and influence at C-suite level and will lead a small team as they transition back in-house from an outsourced model.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Leading procurement and supply chain operations across complex service contracts and high-value clinical consumables
• Ensuring value is achieved and quality is maintained
• Delivering a robust sourcing plan and supplier strategy
• Driving governance improvements, including medical device compliance
• Managing and mentoring a transitioning team
• Building strong relationships with clinical, operational, and executive stakeholders
• Ensuring alignment with financial targets and broader organisational goals

• About You

  We’re looking for a diplomatic, emotionally intelligent leader with a track record of delivering procurement transformation. You’ll be confident in regulated environments, ideally with some exposure to healthcare, and comfortable managing people through change.

  You’ll bring:

  • Minimum 2–3 years of procurement leadership experience
  • Strong background in supply chain, ideally with outsourcing/hybrid models
  • Demonstrable experience in contracts management and negotiation
  • Strong eye for detail
  • Can demonstrate innovation and new thinking
  • Demonstrable experience managing £10m plus annual spend.
  • Private or charitable healthcare experience is preferred but other regulated sectors will be considered as well.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including C-suite interaction
  • Appetite for new technologies and analytics-driven procurement
  • Ability to lead sensitively, communicate rationale clearly, and support the team through transition

  Above all, you’ll be someone who can bring structure and pace to a values-led organisation, guiding people through change while building capability for the future.

  Why Join?

  You’ll be part of a healthcare organisation that delivers more than just clinical excellence – it directly supports community across London. The working environment is collaborative, supportive, and evolving fast under a passionate leadership team. If you’re looking for purpose alongside professional challenge, this is it.

  Benefits include:

  • Salary – £60,000 to £65,000
  • Private healthcare
  • 27 days’ annual leave
  • On-site gym access (staffed)
  • Blue Light and retail discounts