Procurement Specialist

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. KFM Procurement Specialist The closing date is 10 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary The Procurement Specialist is responsible for delivering routine procurement activities and supporting sourcing and contract management across a range of low to medium risk and value procurements. Working within the Corporate & Capital Procurement Team, the post holder will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier and contract performance, and support the delivery of cost savings and value for money initiatives. The role involves working closely with clinical, corporate, and finance stakeholders to provide professional procurement advice, support tendering and supplier negotiations, maintain contract databases, and ensure compliance with public procurement legislation and organisational policies. The successful candidate will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while helping KFM deliver efficient, high-quality procurement services that support healthcare delivery. Main duties of the job We are seeking a motivated and commercially aware Procurement Specialist to join our procurement team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support procurement and sourcing activities across a diverse portfolio of goods and services. You will help deliver competitive sourcing exercises, manage supplier relationships, monitor contract performance, and identify opportunities for cost savings and service improvements. Working with a wide range of stakeholders, you will provide procurement expertise, support business planning activities, and ensure compliance with procurement regulations and organisational policies. The ideal candidate will have procurement experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. About us KFM is a leading provider of healthcare support services, partnering with healthcare organisations to help deliver world-class patient care. As a Limited Liability Partnership wholly owned by King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, KFM operates as a public authority and reinvests all profits and cost savings back into the NHS. KFM delivers end-to-end managed services across all clinical specialties, including procurement and supply of clinical products, medical equipment maintenance and support, technical services, training, and outpatient pharmacy dispensing. With an annual turnover of approximately £180 million and a workforce of more than 350 employees, KFM is committed to innovation, value, and operational excellence in supporting healthcare providers. Details Date posted 27 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £47,900 to £56,950 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VP308C41D7 Job locations KFM Unit 1 129 Coldharbour Lane London SE5 9NY United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Role overview Procurement Specialist Location: Denmark Hill, London (DMH) Contract Type: Permanent Grade: Service Specialist B (Band 6) Salary: £47,900 - £56,950 per annum, plus up to 12% annual bonus Department: Corporate & Capital Procurement (CCP) About the Role Due to an internal promotion within the team, we are now looking to recruit a Procurement Specialist. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their procurement career within a supportive and collaborative team. As a Procurement Specialist,