Deputy Director of Contracts and Procurement
3 months ago
Job summary
This is your chance to build and lead a highperforming Contracting Team within one of the most successful and innovativeIntegrated Health and Care Systems in England You might be anexperienced Contracting Deputy Director or ready now to make this next step inyour career, if so, we would like to hear from you.
For you to be successful we will be looking forsomeone who not only has the technical knowledge, but is also able to thinkflexibly and logically, build long lasting productive relationships, as well asgiving the Contracting function genuine system wide credibility.
In return you will be a core part of our journey indelivering integrated services within a strong framework of good contractingand financial governance.
If you would like to have an informal discussion,please do reach out to the ICB Director of Finance, Howard Martin via
Please note, due to the ongoing cost reduction programme and restructure underway at SNEE ICB (due to end in Summer 2024), prior consideration for this role may be given to existing staff who are affected by this programme and this role may be removed from the recruitment process at any time.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide direct leadership to the contracting and procurement function ensuring delivering of all the statutory requirements also ensuring that expert advice is provided to the other functions of the organisation and support the delivery of its strategic objectives and operational plans.
The Deputy Director will act as the technical contracting lead for the ICB, providing advice and guidance to the ICB and Alliances on all matters relating to contracts.
The post holder will also have an active senior advisory role within the Alliances, supporting the delivery of performance assurance at all levels of the organisation.
Lead, develop, inspire and manage teams including the setting of objectives and work plans to support the delivery of organisational objectives. Lead the development of robust commissioning governance processes for the ICB, ensuring that organisational decision-making aligns with the commissioning cycle Lead the ICB procurement team, to support commissioners through an agreed, procurement route/plan to achieve compliance with procurement governance and SFIs. Ensure each member of the team has a clear set of objectives, development plan and opportunities to discuss performance and development through regular review sessions. Deputise for the Director of Finance, at meetings, as required, as the Contracts and Procurement lead
About us
The NHS Suffolk and North East Essex ICB plan and buy healthcare services for over one million people. Working within a total budget of £ per year, we serve some of the poorest and wealthiest communities in the UK.
In addition to consolidating our own resources and expertise, we are also building powerful alliances with our partners in the local government, healthcare, community and voluntary sectors. Because we know that together, we can achieve the best possible health outcomes
We are committed to providing a supportive work environment where employees are able to work to the best their abilities. We value professional development and care about health and wellbeing of our staff with many initiatives in place to make us an employer of choice and an organisation that employees are proud to be part of.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Deputy Director of Contracts and Procurement will be a highly credible professional with a track record of delivering performance improvement with partners and ensuring compliance with appropriate regulation.
The key objective of this role is to work with providers to improve performance, this will primarily be through partnership working and influencing, backed up with robust contract management and procurement systems. The postholder will, on behalf of the Director of Finance, lead on ensuring the delivery of healthcare services for Suffolk and North East Essex is secure by translating commissioning plans into healthcare contracts and procurement plans.
The post holder will actively deputise for Director of Finance at system and Alliance committee meetings and when required regional meetings.
The Deputy Director of Contracts and Procurement will lead on the management of procurement and contracting across the ICB geography, including the three Alliance localities (West Suffolk, Ipswich and East Suffolk and North East Essex). The post has responsibility for ensuring the procurement and contracts strategy is delivered, and for management and governance of the contracts at both an Alliance and system level. The specific responsibilities associated with this role are highlighted below.
On behalf of the Director of Finance the postholder will be responsible for:
Be a member of Board sub-committees and actively deputise for the Director of Finance Developing the system contracts governance structures and processes for the ICB in line with statutory and regulatory requirements Performance assurance, contract negotiation and contract management of all contracts Leading the procurement strategy for the ICB in line with statutory and regulatory requirements, including the Provider Selection Regime and Procurement Act. Lead the procurement team and procurements of complex and high value contracts on behalf of the ICBContract portfolios, locality leadership and other responsibilities will be reviewed from time to time and may be added to, or removed, as required by the organisational need.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Masters or equivalent experience Able to demonstrate commitment to continued professional and personal development Extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of the relevant policy areas.
Desirable
Postgraduate management qualification or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
Understanding of the wider NHS ICB transition agenda Sound knowledge of current and developing NHS policy, current government policies and change programmes Sound knowledge of current and developing procurement policy, including the Provider Selection Regime Evidence of successful decision making within a fluid environment without clear guidelines or precedent Project sponsorship and management experience
Desirable
Detailed understanding of effective media and reputation management strategies.
Experience
Essential
Track record of successfully leading performance and contractual programmes Experience of successfully working at a senior level in implementing and managing procurement processes Demonstrable success in influencing other organisations to implement beneficial change Significant experience of building effective teams and networks, including across organisational boundaries Significant experience of working at senior management level in a complex environment Experience of implementing new systems Sound knowledge of the NHS, current government policies and change programmes High level personal management status, evidence of working to own initiative balancing complex and competing demands Demonstrable contribution to the management of complex issues across organisational boundaries Experience of using change management theories and processes.
Desirable
Operational experience with a substantial NHS organisation
Other
Essential
Ability to travel routinely within the East of England and to travel outside the region, as required, for the role
Skills & Abilities
Essential
Exceptional negotiating, influencing and networking skills Ability to develop strategic direction and translate into achievable objectives and plans Ability to analyse highly complex information from multiple sources, requiring interpretation, judgement and comparison of options Able to make rapid decisions from limited information with a clear understanding of the implications Able to successfully manage extremely complicated, intricate and controversial issues; overcoming barriers to understanding and reach satisfactory agreements High level of emotional resilience to allow empathy without compromise on aims or goals Excellent oral, written and non verbal communication and presentation skills Research and analysis of source data and development of sound conclusions Facilitation skills Able to build effective and sustainable relationships with the public and private sector Intermediate level of computer literacy in the use of MS Word, Excel and Outlook Exceptional communication skills, written and oral Excellent judgment and political understanding Strategic thinker Outstanding leadership qualities Clear understanding of national system reform policies.
Personal Attributes
Essential
Experience of managing significant projects to successful completion Experience of partnership working at a senior level Strong commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of the people of Suffolk and North East Essex Able to prioritise work, and work well against a background of change and uncertainty Adaptable to situations, able to handle people of all capabilities and attitudes Commitment to team-working, and respect and consideration for the skills of others Self-motivated, pro-active, and innovative High standards of professional probity.
Desirable
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