Job Description

This role plays a vital part in implementing the NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP) vision & strategy, approved by the NHS LPP Steering Board, and in delivering the aspiration of the Managing Director and Board to become a world-class procurement partner of choice for the NHS and the wider public sector . This role is a fast changing, challenging, high profile strategic and influential role that will lead and develop the day-to-day operation of what is in the main, a best-in-class procurement and category management function. The postholder will play a pivotal role in NHS LPP, anticipating and responding to external challenges, whilst meeting the requirements of stakeholders at local, regional and national levels. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to drive commercial efficiency across the NHS while making the landscape less fragmented, easier to use and more sustainable.



Lead and develop the commercial strategic direction of the Procurement category workstreams (including Clinical Digital Solutions; Estates, Facilities & Professional Services; Medical Healthcare Pharmacy Services; Workforce). Lead the Procurement Shared Services teams including Contract Management, Procurement and Strategic Supplier Relationship Management. Work with customers and members to ensure that they receive innovative and timely expert advice and delivery support. Alongside our affiliates, work to ensure that NHS LPP's proposition supports national and political direction and agenda, driving better patient outcomes and systemic reform.



Represent NHS LPP at the NHS LPP Steering Board. Deputise for the Managing Director of NHS LPP when required.



Act as a strong leader, respected by key stakeholders and other senior key decision makers of stakeholder organisations. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders and partners to secure their ongoing support and commitment to NHS LPP and deliver a year-on-year positive return on investment for all member organisations.



NHS LPP are an accredited organization; CCIAF, Investors in People and Disability awareness. NHS LPP are proud to follow and support the values of our host, Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust.



We are dedicated to promoting the wellbeing of our staff and offer flexible working and compressed working patterns. We have a proven track record of promoting from within and we are committed to ensuring that all employees have a career pathway and opportunity for both progression and development.



Lead and develop the commercial strategic direction of the Procurement Workstreams (that comprises Clinical Digital Solutions; Estates, Facilities & Professional Services; Healthcare Pharmacy Services and Workforce) Oversee the Procurement Shared Services Team (that comprises Sourcing, Contract Management and Supplier Relationship Management) in order to implement the NHS LPP strategy and vision. Within this, the role holder will be responsible for adherence to and governance of procurement regulations including the Procurement Act of 2023, cabinet office spend controls, NHS E accreditation and Central Commercial Function framework level accreditation * Be NHS LPP's representative on the NHS Workforce Alliance