Deputy Head of Procurement
Provides managerial support and training to the Procurement team, including day to day operational cover as required Supports the Head of Procurement in the delivery of cost and efficiency savings for the Trust by analysing current spend in specific categories to support the development of procurement strategies Meets customer requirements by demonstrating best value for money when procuring products and services whilst also ensuring compliance with contracts and Trust/EU standard procurement practice Supports contract compliance by pursuing procurement excellence through the implementation of efficient and effective procurement projects within key markets Works with Trust Stakeholders, providing and presenting procurement advice, making recommendations and assisting with the implementation of projects Liaises with other NHS Trusts, DH&SC, NHS Improvement, NHS Supply Chain, Supply Chain Coordination Ltd.
and any applicable Procurement Hub and other appropriate organisations, to benefit from sharing best practice, including the provision of data Participates in procurement research at national and local levels Contributes to the development and implementation of procurement strategies in line with the wider NHS Procurement vision to achieve value for money solutions Organises product trials, analyses product use and supply, investigates savings opportunities, and implements and reports accordingly.Represents the Procurement Department at Trust Governance and product and service groups where necessary, and provides strategic input to achieve standardisation of quality, cost effective products and services for use within the local health economy