Procurement Manager

We are partnering with a leading independent healthcare provider in Kent to recruit a Procurement Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of procurement, stores and supply chain operations within a growing, clinically-led organisation, ensuring the timely delivery of essential goods and services while driving value, efficiency and service excellence. Reporting to the senior procurement leadership team, you will lead the day-to-day procurement and supplies function, overseeing purchasing operations, stock management and supplier performance across multiple healthcare sites.

You will play a key role in developing procurement strategies, implementing process improvements, supporting digital transformation initiatives and ensuring the organisation achieves best value whilst maintaining exceptional service standards for patients and clinical teams. Responsibilities Lead and manage the Procurement & Supplies team, providing mentorship, performance management and ongoing development. Oversee purchasing, stock control and inventory management to ensure operational continuity across critical clinical departments.

Drive value-for-money initiatives through effective supplier management, contract oversight and commercial negotiations. Support the implementation of procurement strategies, policies and service improvements. Utilise and optimise purchase-to-pay systems to enhance efficiency, reporting and stock visibility. Monitor stock levels, usage trends and replenishment processes to minimise waste, obsolescence and supply risk. Collaborate closely with finance, clinical and operational stakeholders on purchasing decisions and service requirements.

Lead stock audits and ensure robust governance, controls and compliance processes are maintained. Support digitalisation and supply chain improvement projects, including inventory management and product tracking initiatives. Deputise for senior procurement leadership when required. Requirements Previous experience leading a procurement, purchasing or supply chain function within a healthcare environment. CIPS qualification or degree-level equivalent. Strong supplier management, contract management and negotiation experience.

Proven ability to manage teams, implement change and drive continuous improvement. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Strong commercial awareness and financial understanding. Experience using procurement, purchasing or inventory management systems.