Job overview

Join Us in Driving Sustainable Change Across NHS Wales

We are looking for an experienced and driven individual to join our Sustainability and Procurement team, supporting NHS Wales in achieving its Net Zero and social value goals.

In this strategic role, you will help shape and implement sustainable procurement policies that decarbonise healthcare supply chains, embed social value, and address modern slavery. You will work closely with procurement professionals, health boards, suppliers, and national stakeholders to influence policy, drive innovation, and promote best practice across the system.

As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in delivering NHS Wales’ Net Zero ambition and broader sustainability objectives. Your work will directly contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Wales through ethical and sustainable supply chains.

We’re seeking someone with a proven track record of leading change in large organisations, with expertise in sustainability, procurement, and stakeholder engagement. Strong communication skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships are essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate, supportive team committed to making a meaningful impact.

Main duties of the job

Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to lead transformative change in healthcare procurement? NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to take on the role of Senior Sustainable Procurement and Net Zero Manager.

This strategic leadership role sits at the heart of NHS Wales’ commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions and embedding social value across its supply chains. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering sustainable procurement policy, supporting health boards and national partners to meet Welsh Government targets and the ambitions of the Well-being of Future Generations Act.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and implementation of sustainable procurement strategies across NHS Wales.
Drive delivery of Net Zero goals and support the decarbonisation of healthcare supply chains.
Engage with internal stakeholders, suppliers, framework providers, and trade bodies to promote ethical sourcing, carbon reduction, and the eradication of modern slavery.
Provide expert advice on sustainability policy, carbon footprinting, and integrating social value into procurement processes.
Represent NWSSP in national forums and working groups, influencing policy and sharing best practice.

Working for our organisation

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. 

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone.  To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.