Procurement Lead - Randstad Perm Professionals : Job Details

We are excited to invite an experienced Procurement Professional with a background in both public and private category management to join our growing and successful procurement team at a renowned healthcare organisation in Birmingham!

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of and manage a successful team, contributing to a successful and growing department. You will manage categories including, but not limited to, pathology, diagnostics, LIMS, automation, renal, and medical gases. The role involves negotiating national agreements, ensuring industry-leading pricing, and securing best-in-class contract terms.

Daily Responsibilities

• Manage and negotiate industry-leading agreements in pharmacy procurement categories.
• Conduct end-to-end sourcing: market research, strategy development, RFIs, RFPs, and contract negotiations.
• Build and leverage supplier relationships, assess market information, and anticipate future product pipelines.
• Lead presentations on category strategies to stakeholders and participate in supplier reviews.
• Develop a deep understanding of assigned product categories and their market dynamics.
• Leverage market insights and supplier knowledge to develop strategies, mitigate risks, and negotiate agreements
• Line Management
• Meet financial & operational goals in the annual contracting plan
• Recognise and support any development gaps individuals may have

About You:

• Proven procurement experience with a track record of meeting targets
• Strong background in both public and private sector procurement
• Expertise in strategic sourcing and category management
• Experience in managing a small team or the ability to take on line management responsibilities is essential
• Skilled negotiator with supplier relationship management experience
• Healthcare procurement experience is advantageous
• Proficient in e-Procurement systems and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Desirable: Understanding of EU Directives, Group Purchasing Organisations, and CIPS membership (or working towards it)

The Role

• Salary £51,000
• Progression opportunities
• Pension
• Life assurance
• Critical illness cover
• 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working

Other perks available; Cycle Scheme, Private healthcare, Gymflex, Technology at home, Private GP consultations Purchase up to 10 days annual leave & Electric Vehicle Scheme.

If you are a dynamic procurement professional with a passion for managing, please get in touch today!

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