About this role
Job summary
Procurement Manager
Location: Milton Hospice CB24 6AB
Hours: 15 hours per week
Working Pattern:
Hours worked as 2 or 3 days per week Monday to Friday Opportunity for some home working Salary: £40,000 FTE per annum, pro-rata for part time hours
Contract: Permanent
At East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH), every decision we make helps support children and young people with life-threatening conditions, and the families who care for them.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Procurement Manager will play a key role in managing and optimising supplier contracts across the charity, negotiating contracts and ensuring third-party arrangements deliver value for money, quality service, and compliance with agreed terms.
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to help us make the most of our resources by managing supplier relationships, driving value for money, and ensuring our contracts are effective, compliant, and fit for purpose. By helping us secure high-quality services and manage risk, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of our vital charitable mission.
Main duties of the job
What you'll be doing
Managing the full supplier contract lifecycle from procurement and onboarding through to renewal or exit Leading relationships with suppliers and monitoring performance against agreed standards and service levels Supporting procurement and tendering activity, particularly for strategic and high-value services Working with budget holders and Finance colleagues to monitor spend, identify efficiencies and ensure value for money Identifying and managing commercial, operational and compliance risks Developing contract management processes, guidance and reporting tools Providing advice and support to colleagues on supplier management and procurement best practice
About you
We're interested in people who can demonstrate:
Experience managing supplier contracts and supplier relationships An understanding of procurement processes and commercial principles Experience negotiating with suppliers and working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes The ability to analyse information and make well-informed decisions Effective communication skills and the ability to build productive working relationships Ability to manage multiple suppliers and priorities A procurement qualification (CIPS or equivalent) or relevant experience in procurement, contract management or a similar field
Closing Date: 9th September 2026
1st Interview Date: w/c 14th September 2026
About us
Comprehensive range of benefits:
Free onsite parking & subsidised meals at our hospices Pool car provided when working in the community Employee health cash plan & wellbeing support schemes NHS pension - continuation if already contributing Enhanced Annual leave Entitlement - 27 days + 8 UK Bank Holidays Additional holiday purchase scheme AVIVA pension package up to 7% Employer Contribution including Life Assurance Free eye tests & cycle to work scheme
East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) supports families and cares for children and young people with life threatening conditions across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.
At EACH we believe in fostering a workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced. We are actively seeking talent from all walks of life, recognising that diversity drives innovation, creativity and success.
Join us on a journey to create a more inclusive workplace, where everyone has equal opportunities to grow, contribute and succeed. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for opportunities at EACH and adjustments will be made to facilitate the application and selection process.
Job description Job responsibilities
Manage and optimise supplier contracts across the organisation, ensuring third-party arrangements deliver value for money, quality service and compliance with agreed terms.
Oversee supplier relationships, performance, risk and governance across the contract lifecycle, from procurement and onboarding to review, renewal or exit.
Responsibilities:
Supplier Contract Management
Manage the full supplier contract lifecycle, including review, approval, onboarding, monitoring, renewal and exit.
Maintain an accurate contract register, ensuring key dates, obligations and renewal points are recorded.
Ensure contracts are properly documented, authorised and securely stored.
Provide contract guidance and practical support to internal stakeholders.
Supplier Performance & Relationship Management
Monitor supplier performance against KPIs, SLAs and contractual obligations.
Lead regular supplier review meetings and follow up agreed actions.
Address underperformance, service failures and contractual disputes.
Build effective supplier relationships that support quality, value and improvement.
Commercial & Financial Oversight
Ensure contracts deliver value for money and align with agreed budgets.
Monitor spend with Finance and budget holders, identifying savings and efficiencies.
Support supplier negotiations on pricing, terms, service levels and variations.
Procurement & Tender Support
Support or lead procurement activity for supplier contracts, particularly high-value or strategic services.
Develop specifications, evaluation criteria, tender documents and contract requirements.
Support supplier selection, due diligence, evaluation and contract award.
Ensure procurement is fair, transparent and compliant.
Risk & Compliance Management
Identify and manage contract-related commercial, operational, financial and compliance risks.
Ensure appropriate contractual protections, including liability, insurance, confidentiality, business continuity and data protection.
Monitor supplier compliance with contractual, legal, regulatory and organisational requirements.
Maintain clear audit trails and supporting documentation.
Process Improvement & Governance
Develop and maintain contract management processes, templates, tools and guidance.
Improve tracking and reporting for performance, obligations, renewals, risks and actions.
Support audit, assurance and governance activity relating to contracts and procurement.
Drive consistent supplier management practice across the organisation.
Data & Information Considerations
Ensure supplier contracts reflect data protection, confidentiality and information security requirements.
Assess and manage risks where suppliers handle sensitive, confidential or personal data.
Support compliance with data protection and information governance requirements.
Stakeholder Support & Training
Advise stakeholders on supplier selection, contracting, performance and issue resolution.
Provide training, briefings or guidance on contract management where required.
Promote a consistent, collaborative and commercially aware approach to supplier engagement.
Scope
Support supplier contract negotiations and promote best value across the charity.
Directly manage contracts for utilities, waste management, telephony, key IT contracts and licensing, and outsourced services.
Provide contract management guidance for directorates on specialist or directorate-led contracts, including capital equipment, care equipment, medical and clinical supplies and mercantile services.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Proven experience managing supplier contracts and relationships Experience negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts Experience monitoring supplier performance against KPIs/SLAs Experience working with finance and procurement teams Experience negotiating with suppliers and influencing outcomes
Desirable
Experience managing high-value or complex contracts
Other Requirements Essential
Willing and able to travel across East Anglia for work purposes.
Skills & Abilities Essential
Commercial awareness and financial acumen Ability to analyse information and identify key insights while maintaining accuracy Ability to manage multiple suppliers and priorities Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders and resolve issues effectively
Qualifications Essential
Knowledge of supplier contract management and commercial principles Understanding of procurement processes and supplier lifecycle management Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally Ability to use Microsoft Office and contract management systems effectively Procurement qualification (CIPS or equivalent), or demonstrable relevant experience and knowledge
Desirable
Knowledge of NHS Supplier Chain
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices
Address Childrens Hospice
Church Lane
Milton
CAMBRIDGE
CB24 6AB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.each.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)