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We are in search of a dedicated Procurement Lead to manage and oversee procurement and supply chain operations in the public sector. The individual should have exceptional organisational skills and a keen eye for detail to ensure efficient procurement processes.
Client Details
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to drive value, reduce risk, and enhance commercial outcomes for their Technology group. As a critical part of the Finance Division's Commercial team, you'll manage procurement and contract lifecycles across the digital and technology portfolios, driving optimal value and ensuring robust contract performance management.
Who Are We?
The MHRA enhances the health of millions daily by regulating medicines and medical devices with a foundation in science and research. Our 1,300-strong team is spread across the UK, dedicated to maximizing public health impact and efficiency in healthcare regulation.
Description
What's the Role?
As the Procurement Lead, you will support a dynamic portfolio for Digital and Technology procurements, focusing on value creation, risk mitigation, and driving transformational change. You'll work closely with the Head of Digital Commercial, MHRA's internal divisions, manage critical supplier relationships, and lead within the Commercial function.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Development of a Strategy: Support and help Shape and deliver the Commercial Category Strategy for Digital and Technology, aligning with MHRA's Operational Transformation goals.
- Lead Procurement and Contract Management: Oversee procurement activities, ensuring comprehensive analysis and recommendations to support senior decisions.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate across the Agency, ensuring value-driven contracts and innovative commercial solutions.
- Supplier Performance Management: Maintain supplier performance and manage commercial risk throughout the contract lifecycle.
Profile
Who Are We Looking For?
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Proven expertise in commercial/Procurement leadership within a technology environment.
- Strong experience in contract negotiations, procurement, and management of IT goods and services within a Public Sector, Central Government or NfP environment.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and foster effective team collaboration.
- Technical skills in procurement legislation, contract drafting, digital procurement and stakeholder advisory.
- CIPS qualification (desirable, but not required) and/or demonstrable career within PCR2015 led Digital Procurements.
For a full overview of the role and requirements, please refer to our Job Description and Person Specification.
Job Offer
- An estimated salary of £40,342 - £49,308 per annum.
- A comprehensive pension scheme.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- An inclusive, supportive work environment.
- The opportunity to work in central London.
If you are a dedicated professional looking to make a significant contribution to public health, apply for the Procurement Lead position today.
Selection Process
We assess candidates using the Civil Service Success Profiles, covering Behaviours, Experience, and Technical elements. Applications should include a CV reflecting these criteria, which will be submitted to Michael Page.
Interviews will assess Behaviours, Experience, Technical, and Strength criteria.
- Closing date: 19th February 2025
- Shortlisting date: 21st February 2025
- Interview date: WC 24th February and WC 3rd March 2025
Successful candidates must meet UK immigration requirements and pass security, disclosure, and barring checks, along with specific checks for animal rights and pro-life activism.
Be part of an agency making a tangible difference in public health. Apply today
