Commercial Manager

In this role, you are accountable for: Leading and ensuring that appropriate contracts are put in place that meet customer / client needs Supporting the delivery of effective sourcing strategies for the organisation and its customers Planning strategic sourcing strategies by implementing and developing structured procurement processes that are fit for purpose. Implementing and ensuring compliance with the NHSBSA SFIs and other controls and governance requirements, and that all necessary approvals are in place. Leading and managing high profile and complex negotiations for major sourcing activities. Ensuring, as a result of spend analysis, that appropriate procurements are undertaken and savings are delivered. Ensuring that the NHSBSA selects the most effective type of agreement for the service / product procured and plans are in place to deliver financial savings. Promoting behaviours that encourages a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and delivery of value for money
outcomes. Making complex decisions through detailed analysis of options, and recommend solutions using persuasion and influencing skills on higher value, high detailed contracts and strategic sourcing. Creating a more capable and efficient Commercial Services Team through sharing knowledge and role modelling effective commercial and leadership behaviours Working with customers and clients (using market knowledge and commercial rigour) to develop their requirements into clearly defined specifications. Ensuring that commercial outputs are aligned to Customer / Client expectations. Implementing and ensuring that effective commercial contract governance is undertaken. Developing and managing budgets as required. Representing Commercial Services in variety of high profile internal and external forums Supporting business development and growth activities within relevant NHSBSA directorates, through delivery of effective commercial solutions.