Head of Procurement

Head of Procurement

Location: London (4 days on site)

Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 per annum Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week

Job Purpose This is a senior leadership role, responsible for managing and optimising the hospital’s procurement and supply chain functions. You’ll oversee approximately £25m in goods and services spend, ensuring a professional, efficient, and patient-focused supply chain service.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement

• Lead and execute the hospital’s procurement strategy.
• Monitor market trends, supply chain risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Use digital procurement tools (e.g., ERFX) to streamline sourcing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement with organisational needs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, ethical, and internal policies.
• Lead vendor negotiations and manage contract renewals.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Supply Chain Management

• Oversee supply chain operations across all hospital departments.
• Ensure the availability of goods and services to support high-quality care.
• Review stock usage and redeploy slow-moving items to reduce waste
• Align stock levels with departmental activity to improve efficiency
• Identify and deliver working capital improvement opportunities.

Team Leadership & Development

• Build and manage a high-performing procurement & supply chain team.
• Lead the change process toward a best-in-sector function.
• Provide training and mentorship to support professional growth.
• Embed a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong experience with stock and inventory management in complex environments
• Proficiency in stores procedures (rotation, replenishment, returns)
• Advanced data analysis and risk assessment capabilities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills