Job Overview
Do you have experience in procurement/tendering? NHS Shared Business Services is looking for an enthusiastic and inquisitive procurement professional to join our Strategic Procurement Team. The role will lead and manage multiple procurement projects across Health, Construction and Estates, Business Services, and Digital & IT categories.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurement projects (scoping, pre‑tendering, tendering, selection, evaluation, moderation, and potential contract negotiation).
- Provide high‑quality, customer‑focused procurement and service‑design advice to external customers.
- Support the team in delivery of projects and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with internal collaborators and external customers.
- Act as a trusted advisor to the customer and demonstrate knowledge of the NHS and its strategic goals.
- Generate opportunities for future work through professional networking across the NHS and wider public sector.
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify development and new opportunities for existing and new customers.
- Ensure all project documents and files are managed, retained correctly, and available for audit.
Required Qualifications
- Experience delivering procurement projects in the public sector/NHS.
- Knowledge of NHS procurement processes and legal regulations.
- Demonstrable experience in procurement activity, tendering, and contract negotiation.
- Experience managing tendering projects and framework call‑offs.
- Working knowledge of e‑sourcing software.
- Effective verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to take ownership of work and meet agreed objectives while adhering to governance processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional qualification in procurement (e.g. MCIPS) or a strong desire to obtain one.
Employment Details
Employment Type: Full‑time Permanent.
Location: Hybrid role requiring travel to the NW hub in Salford up to once a month; customer sites may be visited as required.
Security Clearance Level: DBS.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: Up to £40,000.
25 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days.
Health cash plan, life assurance, and pension.
Working Arrangements
Hybrid working: attend the Salford office up to once a month. Flexibility is encouraged to promote work‑life balance and productivity.
Procurement Manager in Salford employer: Sopra Steria Limited
Sopra Steria Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture in Newport that prioritises accuracy and professionalism. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package including 25 days of annual leave and a health cash plan, alongside opportunities for personal and professional growth within a dedicated team focused on impactful data protection. This role not only provides valuable experience but also contributes to meaningful work supporting the Ministry of Justice.
