Engage with the Trust’s directorates and departments to deliver savings against the Trust’s challenging Cost Improvement Programme. Whilst actively supporting and advising Trust members of the procurement process, ensuring all procurement processes follow best practice.
Lead on specific/allocated projects under the direction of the Head of procurement manager delivering against agreed timescales and outcomes for the Trust. This will include sourcing and procuring goods, equipment, materials, and services, which meet customer requirements by demonstrating value for money and promoting an integrated approach to procurement.
Identifying cash releasing and cost avoidance measures, add value through the contracting process ensuring the ongoing performance/monitoring of contracts and suppliers.
Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023, UK law, Trust Standing Financial Instructions and NHS procurement guidance.
Obtain the maximum benefits from the Trust’s expenditure on goods and services, seeking best value, reliability, responsiveness and innovation from the suppliers.
To support the Procurement Teamwork plan by taking the lead in the delivery of allocated procurement projects for a range of goods and services across the Trust.
Lead on Greater Manchester ICS collaborative procurement projects as specified by the HOP.
When necessary, develop and implement service improvements to bring the procurement process in line with the latest guidance for example the procurement act 2023.
Carry out Procurement exercises for a range of contracts establishing robust evaluation method through the Trust electronic tender solution. Carrying out the comparison and assessing the bids whilst following a clear and transparent approach.
Conduct all administration for RFQ/Tenders/Mini Competitions, including de-briefing unsuccessful suppliers whilst providing full details on the evaluation.
Conduct supplier negotiations, advise user groups, monitor supplier’s performance.
Determine most advantageous purchasing routes for the Trust to follow providing information on UK purchasing legislation and the Trust’s Standing financial instructions.
The post holder will be required to maintain constructive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. E.g. clinical teams/directorates.
Participate in relevant internal and external working groups/projects.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Please see attached job description and person specification for full outline of roles and responsibilities. Please ensure you meet all the essential criteria as your application will be shortlisted against this.
Staff benefits
Pay Enhancements – 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
Excellent pension
Cycle to work scheme
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Wellbeing programme
Blue Light Card Discounts
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