Procurement and Supply Chain Systems and Data Manager

What You Will Do:

• Lead the Procurement Systems team to develop high-quality data flows and reporting functions.
• Design and maintain digital solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility of procurement and supply chain data.
• Develop and enhance self-service reports and dashboards for improved internal and external reporting.
• Oversee data integrity and quality, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual reporting requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging innovative digital solutions and best practices.
• Manage and maintain key procurement systems, including Atamis, PAM, GHX, NEP, and Ingenica Inventory Management Systems.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Procurement and Supply Chain Systems and Data team, ensuring optimal performance and development.
• Act as a key stakeholder in strategic projects, supporting the wider transformation of procurement processes.

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical, managerial, and technical skills with expertise in SQL, Power BI, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in data management, business intelligence, and system development.
• A master's degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data in an understandable manner.
• A proactive, innovative mindset, capable of identifying and implementing strategic improvements.
• Ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently and take initiative.
• Must have a relevant IT degree at MSc level or above, or equivalent technical qualification & experience.
• This role requires the candidate to keep up to date with digital solutions, providing evidence of continued professional development.
• Excellent IT skills across all packages including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Microsoft Project, and Excel.
• Ability to regularly undertake research and development into data analysis techniques and provide subsequent reports to stakeholders.

Desirable Criteria:

• Demonstrable experience of staff management.
• Working knowledge of the NHS England National Procurement.
• Microsoft expert Power BI development.

Legal & Equality Statement:

Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles.