Procurement Contracts Manager
About this role
Procurement Contracts Manager
Location: Maidstone (with travel between KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health sites as required)
Hours: Permanent, Full-Time – 40 hours per week
Salary: £45,000.00 – £50,000.00 per annum
Are you an experienced procurement and contracts professional looking to combine your commercial expertise with a rewarding role that directly supports patient-focused healthcare? We are currently recruiting a dedicated Procurement Contracts Manager to support both KIMS Hospital and Lyca Health.
As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we walk right alongside you through every step of the application process—helping you polish your CV, preparing you for success, and ensuring a smooth, stress-free transition into your new role.
What You Will Do
Lead on managing procurement contracts across the Group, covering medical consumables, implants, services, and equipment.
Ensure robust contract governance, mitigating legal, commercial, and financial risks while driving value through tendering and negotiations.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure procurement processes support efficient clinical outcomes.
Contribute to major projects, cost management processes, and the digitalisation of procurement and contract management across the organisation.
What's in It for You
Competitive starting salary ranging from £45,000.00 to £50,000.00 per annum.
Generous holiday allowance of 33 days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday.
Free staff parking, pension scheme, life assurance, and private health insurance.
Employee perks including annual flu vaccinations, free eye tests, a subsidised staff bistro, and a values-driven working environment.
What You Are Looking For
At least 2 years of proven experience in contracts management within procurement and supplies (healthcare background is a wonderful bonus!).
CIPS qualification or degree-level education in Procurement, Business Management, or equivalent.
Strong commercial acumen, attention to detail, and a proven ability to lead change, negotiate complex contracts, and influence at all levels.
Valid evidence of the right to work in the UK and a satisfactory DBS check.