Senior Procurement Officer


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	from £47,599 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	PETERLEE, SR8 2RU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	12 Oct 2026
Closing date:	9 Nov 2026

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Summary

As a Senior Procurement Officer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic procurement solutions that support the Trust's commitment to outstanding patient care. Leading and managing end-to-end procurement activities, you will oversee tendering exercises and contract negotiations across a diverse portfolio of goods and services, working in partnership with both clinical and non-clinical teams. You will ensure full compliance with public sector procurement legislation and Trust governance requirements while driving value for money, innovation, sustainability, and service excellence. Through effective strategic sourcing and commercial expertise, your work will directly contribute to enhancing patient outcomes and organisational performance. Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you will develop and deliver robust procurement strategies and forward plans that align with service requirements and Trust priorities. Your ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and external partners will be key to identifying opportunities for improvement, driving efficiencies, and delivering lasting value. A key focus of the role will be identifying opportunities to maximise value for money and deliver sustainable efficiencies across the organisation. Through robust market analysis, effective supplier engagement, and strong commercial negotiation, you will help ensure that procurement decisions deliver the optimum balance of cost, quality, and service. By challenging existing practices, driving continuous improvement, and supporting innovative procurement approaches, you will contribute to achieving financial savings, operational efficiencies, and long-term value that supports the Trust's strategic objectives and the delivery of high-quality patient care. You will mentor and support colleagues within the procurement team, sharing knowledge, building capability, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance. Through your guidance and coaching, you will play an important role in developing future procurement talent and strengthening the overall effectiveness of the team. Benefits working for SCL on behalf of CDDFT * Hybrid and flexible working * 6 monthly bonus scheme * Free parking * Up to 30 days holidays plus statutory days (based on full time) * Training and development opportunities * Health and Wellbeing support * Salary sacrifice scheme * Discounts at high street shops, restaurants and on line retailers * Access to an on site gym. Please note the in person interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 20th July 2026.

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