Deputy Head of Procurement & Supply Chain

The Deputy Head of Procurement and Supply Chain role provides strategic leadership within NHS procurement operations. It focuses on strengthening efficiency, compliance, and collaboration across integrated healthcare supply systems in London. The post holder supports operational delivery while improving procurement performance across multiple hospital sites.

Additionally, the role drives cost savings, process improvements, and innovation across procurement functions. Overall, it ensures sustainable procurement practices aligned with national healthcare standards and priorities.

The hiring organisation consists of leading NHS trusts delivering high quality healthcare services across London communities. Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest healthcare providers within the United Kingdom. Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust holds an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission for exceptional care delivery.

The organisation promotes inclusion, workforce development, and continuous improvement across integrated care systems in North East London. It also collaborates within the National Health Service to enhance efficiency, innovation, and patient outcomes.

• The post holder supports the Head of Procurement and Supply Chain in daily operational management activities.
• They ensure smooth procurement operations while proactively resolving issues across hospital departments.
• They engage stakeholders across NHS trusts and integrated care systems to improve procurement coordination.
• They design and implement procurement processes including contracts, savings plans, and standardisation frameworks.
• They support supplier management, contract monitoring, and cost optimisation initiatives across supply chains.
• They analyse procurement data to identify efficiencies and opportunities for financial savings.
• They ensure compliance with public procurement regulations, NHS standards, and governance requirements.
• They contribute to collaboration across integrated systems to enhance service delivery outcomes.
• They promote a customer-focused approach to internal users and external suppliers.
• They ensure procurement operations align with organisational goals and NHS priorities.

• Candidates must hold relevant business qualifications and procurement certifications such as CIPS Level four.
• Professional membership or fellowship of CIPS is considered a strong advantage for applicants.
• Applicants should demonstrate strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with in NHS procurement, supply chain, or public sector contracting is essential.
• Candidates must understand procurement regulations, contract law, and public financial governance frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver measurable cost savings is required.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are necessary for cross organisational collaboration.
• Knowledge of NHS systems and procurement platforms provides additional competitive advantage.
• Applicants should demonstrate ability to work under pressure in demanding environments.
• They must exhibit commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and organisational values.

This role presents a strong opportunity to support NHS procurement transformation and efficiency improvement goals. It enables professionals to contribute meaningfully to healthcare delivery and system wide collaboration. Ultimately, successful candidates will help strengthen sustainable healthcare outcomes and organisational excellence.