{"id":2601,"date":"2026-04-25T13:02:03","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T12:02:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kims.org.uk\/careers\/vacancy\/procurement-contracts-manager-3252\/"},"modified":"2026-04-25T14:02:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T13:02:04","slug":"procurement-contracts-lead-3252","status":"publish","type":"vacancy","link":"https:\/\/kims.org.uk\/careers\/vacancy\/procurement-contracts-lead-3252\/","title":{"rendered":"Procurement Contracts Lead"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><b>Procurement Contracts Lead<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Location:<\/b> Maidstone (with travel between KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health sites as required)<br \/><b>Hours:<\/b> Full-time<\/p>\n<p><b>Starting Salary:<\/b> &pound;36,000-&pound;38,000 per annum&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Are you an experienced <b>Procurement and Contracts professional<\/b> looking for your next challenge? KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health are seeking a highly motivated <b>Procurement Contracts Lead<\/b> to join our team, supporting our commitment to patient safety, outstanding care, and value for money.<\/p>\n<p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment where your expertise in <b>contracts management, procurement, and supplier relationships<\/b> will play a vital role in ensuring we deliver the very best outcomes for our patients and organisation.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>The Role<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead on managing procurement contracts across the Group, including medical consumables, implants, services, and equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure robust contract governance, mitigating legal, commercial, and financial risks.<\/li>\n<li>Support effective tendering and negotiations to drive value for money and enhance purchasing power.<\/li>\n<li>Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring procurement supports efficient clinical outcomes.<\/li>\n<li>Implement and manage a user-friendly contract register and ensure timely reviews.<\/li>\n<li>Provide commercial insight to major projects, supplier negotiations, and cost management processes.<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to the digitalisation of procurement and contract management processes across KIMS and Lyca Health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><b>About You<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>We&rsquo;re looking for a strong and empathetic leader who can inspire others and build trust with colleagues and partners. You will bring:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>At least 2 years&rsquo; experience in contracts management within procurement &amp; supplies.<\/li>\n<li>CIPS or degree-level qualification in Procurement, Business Management, or equivalent.<\/li>\n<li>Proven ability to lead change, negotiate complex contracts, and deliver continuous improvement.<\/li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.<\/li>\n<li>Commercial acumen, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting patient-focused healthcare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Desirable:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in healthcare procurement or a similar regulated environment.<\/li>\n<li>Track record in successful supplier negotiations and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.<\/li>\n<li>Strong organisational and team-building skills with a collaborative, achievement-focused approach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><b>Why Join Us?<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>At KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health, we are committed to delivering healthcare at its best. You will be part of a values-driven organisation where procurement plays a crucial role in patient care, innovation, and sustainability.<\/p>\n<p>This is a chance to make a real impact, bringing your expertise to a role that combines commercial responsibility with the rewarding purpose of supporting patient outcomes.<\/p>\n<p><b>KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits: <\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive Salary<\/li>\n<li>Pension Scheme<\/li>\n<li>Private Health Insurance<\/li>\n<li>33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday<\/li>\n<li>Life Assurance<\/li>\n<li>Subsidised Staff Bistro<\/li>\n<li>Free Staff Car Park<\/li>\n<li>Annual Flu Vaccination<\/li>\n<li>Free Eye Test<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Juliet would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 538114 or email <\/b>recruitment@kims.org.uk<b>. <\/b><\/p>\n<p>At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. 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