Supply Chain Coordinator

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, focusing on our Clinical and Corporate Services sectors.

The ideal candidate will possess the capability to foster stakeholder relationships and collaborate effectively with our partners in NHS Procurement, navigating both regional and national procurement landscapes.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical abilities, coupled with extensive project and procurement management experience, are essential for this role.

This position offers a hybrid work model, requiring a balance between office presence and remote work, with some travel necessary within the East of England region and occasional trips to other locations.

For further insights into how our organization supports the NHS, please explore our website.

Key Responsibilities

In the Corporate and Clinical Services sectors, you will leverage your specialized procurement expertise to design and implement innovative services and frameworks for clinical and managed services, as well as statutory and non-statutory offerings, while identifying collaborative procurement opportunities.

Your responsibilities will encompass supporting stakeholders, health systems, and individual NHS entities, with a diverse range of tasks including:

• Developing and executing procurement strategies.
• Assisting customer projects and providing expert advice.
• Maximizing cost efficiencies within Integrated Care Systems and NHS Trusts.

Successful candidates will demonstrate in-depth category and market knowledge in at least one of the following areas: clinical services, managed services, statutory services, or non-statutory services.

About Our Organization

At West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, we are dedicated to providing high-quality care and compassion to over a quarter of a million individuals across our community.

Our facilities include the West Suffolk Hospital, which offers a wide range of acute and secondary care services, and we collaborate with various partners to deliver adult and pediatric community services.

With a workforce of nearly 5,000 staff members from diverse backgrounds, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Our core values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety, and teamwork guide our operations and interactions.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Membership in a recognized professional procurement institute or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Recognized project management qualification or relevant experience.

Desirable

• MBA or equivalent senior-level experience.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Proven senior procurement experience, including structured procurement processes.
• Experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts to ensure optimal value and service quality.
• Strong relationship management skills with suppliers and clients.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK Procurement Directives and relevant laws.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with risk management processes and ethical procurement practices.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Self-motivated and resilient.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Commitment to fostering teamwork and valuing diversity.

We invite you to consider joining our team and contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional care to our community.