Procurement Contracts Manager


Company:	KIMS Hospital
Salary:	£45,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Maidstone, ME14 5FT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

Location: Maidstone (with travel between KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health sites as required)

Hours:40 hours per week. Full-time

Starting Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum

Are you an experienced

Procurement and Contracts professional looking for your next challenge? KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health are seeking a highly motivated

Procurement Contracts Manager to join our team, supporting our commitment to patient safety, outstanding care, and value for money.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment where your expertise in

contracts management, procurement, and supplier relationships will play a vital role in ensuring we deliver the very best outcomes for our patients and organisation.

The Role

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will:

- Lead on managing procurement contracts across the Group, including medical consumables, implants, services, and equipment.

- Ensure robust contract governance, mitigating legal, commercial, and financial risks.

- Support effective tendering and negotiations to drive value for money and enhance purchasing power.

- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring procurement supports efficient clinical outcomes.

- Implement and manage a user-friendly contract register and ensure timely reviews.

- Provide commercial insight to major projects, supplier negotiations, and cost management processes.

- Contribute to the digitalisation of procurement and contract management processes across KIMS and Lyca Health.

About You

We're looking for a strong and empathetic leader who can inspire others and build trust with colleagues and partners. You will bring:

- At least 2 years' experience in contracts management within procurement & supplies.

- CIPS or degree-level qualification in Procurement, Business Management, or equivalent.

- Proven ability to lead change, negotiate complex contracts, and deliver continuous improvement.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

- Commercial acumen, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting patient-focused healthcare.

Desirable:

- Experience in healthcare procurement or a similar regulated environment.

- Track record in successful supplier negotiations and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

- Strong organisational and team-building skills with a collaborative, achievement-focused approach.

Why Join Us?

At KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health, we are committed to delivering healthcare at its best. You will be part of a values-driven organisation where procurement plays a crucial role in patient care, innovation, and sustainability.

This is a chance to make a real impact, bringing your expertise to a role that combines commercial responsibility with the rewarding purpose of supporting patient outcomes.

KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:

- Competitive Salary

- Pension Scheme

- Private Health Insurance

- 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday

- Life Assurance

- Subsidised Staff Bistro

- Free Staff Car Park

- Annual Flu Vaccination

- Free Eye Test

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Juliet would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 538114 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found at

https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

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