Associate Procurement Director

This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your strategy and procurement skills to deliver better outcomes for the NHS.We are looking for an inspirational leader to develop and manage the Integrated Procurement Service (IPS) team across both Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS FT (SABP) and Sussex Partnership NHS FT (SPFT).The role is pivotal across both Trusts, requiring joint strategic direction and collaboration, whilst appreciating the autonomy of each organisation.We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual wanting to make a positive difference in the NHS. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent personal skills, and extensive experience and enthusiasm for procurement. They will also be a good communicator, have a strong people focused approach, and broad commercial acumen.The role will include developing a long-term procurement strategy, along with an annual workplan to deliver value and savings, collaborative procurement solutions, drive innovation and supplier relationships.You will be accountable for all procurement activity and governance across all non-pay spend areas, responsible for demonstrating the value delivered to each Trust.You will work autonomously, enjoy managing and supporting people to achieve their potential, have a strong customer focus, and will be an active participant across both organisations, working with senior stakeholders up Executive level.Skills, experience, and a passion for this subject area are essential, together with a need for strong practical implementation experience.The role will be based at SABP HQ in Leatherhead and will require travel across any locations of both Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SABP) and Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SPFT). Travel across the Southeast, London and nationally may also be required.Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.We look forward to receiving your application!For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Clare Martin Job title: Procurement Director Email address: clare.martin21@nhs.net