Partner Interim are working with a global, private equity-backed healthcare business on the cusp of significant growth and transformation. With strategic expansion plans in place, this organisation is set to redefine industry standards through delivery and cutting-edge practices. Currently, the company is exploring new markets, optimising their supply chain, and forging strategic partnerships to enhance its competitive edge. This role offers a rare opportunity to be part of the senior leadership team with a chance to influence the direction of a rapidly evolving business, and the implementation on a best-in-practice procurement function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing and implementing a global procurement strategy aligned with the businesses mission in providing high quality services to its clients
- Maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure best quality, cost-effectiveness, and innovation
- Leading efforts to identify and achieve cost savings while maintaining the quality of goods and services procured
- Identifying potential supply chain risks and mitigation strategies to ensure continuity and reliability
- Overseeing contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favourable terms, including pricing, delivery, and service level agreements
- Ensuring all procurement activities comply with internal policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards, including sustainable sourcing practices
- Utilising procurement data to monitor performance, generate insights, and provide regular reports to senior management on key procurement metrics
The Ideal Candidate:
- A professional qualification is highly desirable.
- Experience leading the procurement function in healthcare or a related industry.
- Strong ability to think strategically and translate business goals into actionable procurement strategies
- Exceptional negotiation skills with a history of achieving favourable terms and building long-term partnerships with suppliers
- Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost management within a procurement context.
- Proficient in data analysis and using insights to inform decision-making and improve procurement outcomes.
We will be contacting candidates with the closest match to the client's selection criteria within 48 hours of application to arrange an initial meeting. If you have not heard from me within these timescales, thank you for your interest but please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. If you would like to have a confidential discussion about your current situation then please feel free to give us a call to discuss.