Head of Procurement for Digital and Technology
Job summary
The Head of Procurement for Digital and Technology will act as the main point of contact for procurement for both the ICT department and all clinical and non-clinical ICT requirements of the Trust. They will be responsible for delivering an excellent procurement service, working collaboratively with colleagues and acting as senior advisers to the leadership team gaining their trust. The job holder will be directly responsible for managing the portfolio of contracts, maintaining the procurement pipeline and developing category strategies for ICT, contributing to the centralization of ICT spend in the Trust to avoid duplication. They will also provide procurement advice to Data Research, Innovation and Virtual Environments (DRIVE), the Trust's innovation unit through data and digital technologies, with partnerships across the NHS, industry and academia; and work closely with the Programme Director of the Electronic Patient Record programme. Delivery of savings will be a key responsibility.
Main duties of the job
- Lead the development and execution of sourcing activities and category strategy for digital, data and ICT in GOSH, acting as the senior business partner for CIO Directorate, for DRIVE, as well as working collaboratively with other Procurement Senior Business Partners to support the sourcing and procurement of all clinical and non clinical digital requirements for the Trust.
- Take a leading role to champion and implement GOSH Procurement Vision to be a strategic enabler of the Trust strategic priorities, repositions procurement from a transactional function to a driver of organisational value and improved patient experience.
- Develop the procurement category plan for Digital and Technology across clinical and non-clinical, taking into account internal needs, ever changing market conditions, multiple routes to market and resource availability to deliver the best value for GOSH.
- Deliver the full end-to-end sourcing lifecycle including procurement strategy, tendering, award, and when required contract management.
- Proactively manage the entire contract portfolio and develop and maintain the procurement pipeline using Atamis.
- Challenge sourcing strategies to improve value for money for GOSH, championing competitive tender and further competition Contribute to and review business cases to demonstrate value, benefits, and risks of sourcing activities
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
- University degree, MBA or CIPS qualification at Level 6 (Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply equivalent to 3-years university degree) or relevant experience
- Government Commercial Organisation (GCO), Assessment and Development Centre (ADC) accreditation at level Associate Commercial Specialist and above, with grade A
Culture and Values
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.
Experience/Knowledge
- Procurement experience in public sector
- Knowledge of public procurement regulations including Procurement Act 2023
- Familiarity with Atamis or similar e-procurement tools
- Experience managing end-to-end sourcing
- Experience to identify and deliver savings
- Experience in the ICT and digital category
- Knowledge and experience of terms and conditions for ICT services
Skills/Abilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to gain trust and act as a strategic adviser to Senior Management Team and Executive Directors.
- Good collaboration skills with internal stakeholders, other corporate functions, like finance, to deliver a seamless service to stakeholders.
- Ability to challenge effectively senior stakeholders and provide constructive solutions to meet business needs while reducing legal and financial risks for the Trust.
- Ability to make effective decisions based on robust analysis and taking ownership to deliver results
- Strong planning and organisational skills for example to develop complex procurement category plans
- Strong commercial acumen and market insight
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N3BH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/