Senior Category Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the teams understanding of the strategic direction of all NHS Wales organisations and the alignment with the NWSSP strategic objectives as part of the Integrated Medium-Term Plan (IMTP).
• Supporting the leadership of the Deputy Head of National Sourcing in the delivery a National Sourcing category strategy for Pharmacy.
• Work with the team to develop and deliver a comprehensive and maintained sourcing plan, focussed on delivering prioritised customer needs and cash releasing savings from non-pay budgets.
• Apply commercial acumen and utilise skills to deliver in a complex changing environment throughout NHS Wales.
• Apply innovative and strategic thinking to continuous service improvement initiatives and be prepared to challenge historical practice when appropriate, ensuring best practice is adopted which improves the efficiency and effectiveness of the Pharmacy National Sourcing Team.
• Ensure the operational management and performance monitoring of the whole Procurement team in line with departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).Support the Deputy Head in responding to FOI and Audit and Assurance queries.

Qualification & Requirements

• The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
• Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
• This is an excellent opportunity to develop your procurement career in a dynamic, challenging, and high-profile environment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the application of commercial skills, negotiation; relationship management of internal and external stakeholders
• To be successful in this post, the candidate will be of a continuous improvement mindset; need to be flexible and responsive to changes in priorities; be of a resilient personality; demonstrable track record in delivering creative and innovative service improvement solutions; manage heavy workload at pace; ensure policies and procedures are adhered to ensuring strategic and operational targets are delivered.
• Although preferred, it is not essential to have experience of this category, as this learning can be provided as part of ‘on the job’ training and procurement/commercial skills are transferable.

Benefits

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) employees have access to a variety of benefits, including generous annual leave, flexible working options, and well-being support. They also have access to services like an Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health. Furthermore, NWSSP offers development opportunities, including training and mentoring.