About this role
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join Choice Procurement Services at a pivotal time in our journey. Following a service redesign and the launch of our Procurement Strategy, we are introducing a clinically-led procurement model that places patient safety, clinical effectiveness and value at the heart of procurement decision-making.
As our Senior Clinical Procurement Manager, you will play a unique leadership role, bridging the gap between clinical practice and commercial operations. Working alongside clinicians, procurement professionals and senior leaders, you will help shape how clinical goods, services and equipment are selected, evaluated and procured across the organisation.
This is an opportunity to drive meaningful change, supporting product standardisation, clinical engagement, service improvement and cost efficiency whilst ensuring patient safety and quality remain the primary focus. You will influence strategic decisions, lead complex procurement programmes and help embed a culture of evidence-based, clinically informed decision-making.
We are looking for an experienced registered healthcare professional with strong leadership skills, commercial awareness and a passion for improving outcomes through innovation and collaboration.
Join us and help shape the future of clinically-led procurement within the NHS.
Main duties of the job
Join a newly restructured procurement service at an exciting stage of development as we implement our Procurement Strategy and strengthen the role of clinical leadership within procurement. You will be part of a forward-thinking team committed to delivering safe, effective and sustainable procurement solutions that support patient care and organisational objectives.
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional with substantial post-registration experience and a track record of influencing clinical practice, product selection, service improvement or change programmes. Experience of working across complex stakeholder groups and balancing clinical, operational and financial priorities is essential.
You will be a credible and confident leader with strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. You will be comfortable applying clinical expertise in a commercial environment, using evidence, professional judgement and patient safety principles to support decision-making.
In return, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior clinicians, nursing leaders and procurement professionals, influencing strategic decisions and helping shape a developing clinically-led procurement model. We are committed to supporting professional development and welcome candidates who are passionate about innovation, continuous improvement and delivering better outcomes for patients and services.
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
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Job description Job responsibilities
The Senior Clinical Procurement Manager is a senior leadership role that operates within a clinically led procurement model, acting as a bridge between clinical practice and commercial operations, and working in partnership with clinicians to ensure procurement decisions support patient safety, clinical effectiveness and service delivery.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (NMC) or Allied Health Professional (HCPC) with substantial post-registration experience. CIPS Level 4 or willingness to work towards. Evidence of substantial continuing professional development.
Desirable
Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2) or equivalent experience. Higher level Management / Leadership Qualifications (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the Post.
Experience Essential
Significant experience in a senior clinical role. Experience influencing clinical practice, pathways or product use. Experience of working with procurement, product selection or service change. Experience of delivering change with maintained of improved patient outcomes. Experience of working across multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
Desirable
Evidence of on-going professional development on specialist Courses.
Physical Skills Essential
Advanced keyboard and IT skills, with physical / handeye coordination required to accurately and proficiently use computer systems when manipulating procurement data, drafting complex documentation, and preparing reports. Regular use of multiple digital systems, including eprocurement, contract management and financial reporting platforms. Ability to travel independently between sites and external meetings as required to support procurement activity and stakeholder engagement.
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Awareness of Public Procurement Regulations and NHS procurement frameworks. Understanding of clinical environments and application of products within patient care. Knowledge of governance, finance and risk in an NHS setting. Awareness of clinical product regulatory standards (MHRA/UKCA/CE marking). Knowledge of infection prevention considerations aligned to clinical products and equipment. Knowledge of risk and patient safety principles aligned to clinical products and equipment. Advanced commercial and contractual negotiation skills. Ability to operate with significant autonomy and professional judgement. Ability to apply clinical knowledge to decision making in a non-clinical (procurement) environment. Ability to operate with significant autonomy and professional judgement. Strong leadership and people-management skills. Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Ability to manage risk and make balanced, evidence-based decisions.
Desirable
Awareness of NHS or public sector operating environments.
Employer details Employer name City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)
Address Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)