Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager – Tyne & Wear

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Are you an experienced procurement professional with expertise in capital equipment contracts?

Do you have a strong understanding of NHS and public sector procurement regulations?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Venn Group are recruiting for skilled Procurement Manager’s to join a fantastic organisation on a fixed term basis!    

Location:            Tyne & Wear

Salary:                Band 7 – starting at £46,000 p/a

Duration:  13-month Fixed Term Contract / 10-month Fixed Term Contract

Start:                  Immediate

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Capital and Maintenance Teams, ensuring efficient procurement of capital goods and maintenance services
• Oversee the tendering, awarding and management of capital equipment contracts, ensuring compliance with NHS Corporate Governance and Public Procurement legislation
• Manage a portfolio of capital procurement projects including new builds, refurbishments and equipment replacements
• Facilitate communication between internal stakeholders and external procurement bodies such as NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services and other public sector procurement organisations
• Ensure appropriate maintenance contracts are in place for procured equipment
• Provide professional procurement guidance to Clinical Directors, Directorate Managers and senior staff
• Manage a high-value portfolio, including:
  • Placing approx. 1,000 orders annually, valued at over £15m
  • Arranging approx. 700 maintenance contracts, valued at over £7.6m

Essential Criteria:

• Experience at a senior level in a procurement or supplies role within a large, complex organisation, preferably within the NHS
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading procurement teams
• In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and NHS procurement procedures
• Expertise in tendering and contract management for capital medical equipment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage with senior clinical and managerial staff, as well as suppliers
• Proficiency in procurement systems, preferably Oracle
• Professional purchasing qualification such as NVQ Level 4 (Procurement), CIPS (Degree level), or equivalent experience

Desirable Criteria:

• Managerial qualification
• Project management experience
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) qualification

To apply for this role or to find out about other IT opportunities, please contact Jordan Veitch on or email  with an up to date CV.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.