Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

About the Company

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WWL) is the provider of acute hospital services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding area. We provide district general hospital services for the local population of over 318,000. Our specialist orthopaedic services are offered to a much wider regional, national and international catchment area. There are 4,658 members of staff and over 500 volunteers who all play their part in delivering high quality, safe and effective patient care from the following sites: * Royal Albert Edward Infirmary - Our main district general hospital site, located in central Wigan that hosts our Accident and Emergency Department * Wrightington Hospital - A specialist centre of orthopaedic excellence * Leigh Infirmary - An outpatient, diagnostic and treatment centre * Thomas Linacre Centre - A dedicated outpatient centre in central Wigan * WWL Eye Unit - A specialist Ophthalmology unit at Boston House in central Wigan We continue to demonstrate considerable success in improving quality. Mission, Vision and Strategy Service quality remains a key factor that influences patient choice when selecting a care provider and is, therefore, vital to our continued success as a Trust. Following discussions with staff, our Council of Governors and patients, we have adopted a mission, vision and strategy that reflect our strong commitment to quality: * Mission 'To provide the best quality healthcare for all our patients' * Vision 'To be in the top 10% for everything we do' * Strategy 'To be safe, effective and caring' Patient safety always remains our highest priority of all.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

Job Title

Contracts Officer

Job Description

Job Title: Contracts Officer Role Summary: Oversee and manage the procurement of goods and services, ensuring compliance with Public Procurement Regulations and Trust Standing Financial Instructions. Collaborate with the Procurement Team and internal stakeholders to deliver cost-effective, innovative solutions and maintain efficient contract processes. Expectations: - Adhere strictly to all procurement regulations and financial policies. - Drive value creation and process innovation within the contracting function. - Ensure timely, transparent communication with stakeholders regarding procurement status. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct tender exercises and evaluate supplier bids. - Manage capital equipping schemes in coordination with Site and Service Capital Project Team. - Identify and engage new suppliers to optimise cost and quality. - Monitor and enforce compliance, challenging non‑compliance through appropriate channels. - Attend and report on meetings with stakeholders to keep procurement activities transparent and up to date. - Support the Contracts Team in efficient and effective procurement operations. Required Skills: - Strong knowledge of public procurement regulations and financial instruction frameworks. - Contract negotiation, drafting, and management expertise. - Supplier relationship management and sourcing skills. - Analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities. - Excellent written and verbal communication, stakeholder management, and teamwork. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field. - Professional certification such as CIPS, ISO 9001, or equivalent is preferred.

Wigan, United kingdom

On site

24-02-2026