Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Professional Procurement Services Division for a Deputy Head of Procurement, based in Pontypridd. The post holder will be responsible for the operational management and leadership of the Frontline Integrated Partnerships and delivery of the core objectives unpinned in the Integrated Medium-Term Plan, which include sourcing, clinical engagement, savings delivery and support Welsh Governments ambition to reduce carbon emissions to zero by 2030.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for supporting the South East Wales regional collaboration in all sourcing and procurement activity.  In addition, they will demonstrate how they apply commercial acumen and utilise skills to deliver in the complex changing environment throughout NHS Wales, supporting our partners in the delivery of their strategic aims and operational compliance and savings targets. The candidates must have a resilient personality and track record of delivering creative and innovative solutions for success in this role.

The posts will be working on behalf of NWSSP for Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health board with a sharp focus on stakeholder engagement and increased visibility of members of the Frontline team across the site.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for leading and managing a team in delivering a business-critical portfolio of clinical and non-clinical procurement projects across the Health Board and partner organisations, for the delivery of cash releasing and non-cash releasing efficiency saving, to support the ongoing financial challenges facing both the Health Board and the NHS more widely.

Manage, motivate and provide leadership to own team providing clear goals and targets through deployment of the agreed performance management framework.

Provide specialist procurement leadership, technical expertise and advice across the wide and diverse range of the Health Board service areas and disciplines, supporting clinical and non- clinical services to understand and comply with corporate and statutory governance.

Develop own team and enhancing capability through providing technical expertise, motivation, delegating and by providing hands-on training, cross skilling and providing opportunities for ‘learning-by-doing’ and giving feedback to team members in order to maximise their potential and achieve key results.

Lead and develop the clinical and non-clinical procurement team to develop sourcing strategies with stakeholders and embed and deliver a category management and business partnering approach to strategic and operational procurement delivery.

Working for our organisation

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do.

We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do.

We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values.

We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate 'This is Our NWSSP' our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks.

We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.