Procurement Programme Lead
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- Band 8
- Pattern
- 36
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Role summary
This role provides programme leadership for procurement within the Diagnostics Division, ensuring alignment between service needs, commercial strategy, and organisational goals. The postholder will work in partnership with the Procurement function, focusing on delivering value-driven commercial solutions for laboratory services. It requires strong programme management skills, financial acumen, and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders.
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Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 8 at £53,755 – £60,504 a year, across England.
This advert: £65,125 – £70,303 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
258565
Salary:
Band 8A (£65,125 - £70,303)
Job closing date:
18/09/2026
Job Type:
Administrative Services
Location:
University Hospital Crosshouse
Employment type:
Fixed-term
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
04/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Department:
Diagnostic Services
Job Advert
NHS Scotland:
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
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