Commodity Manager
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.
2 Permanent posts are available — These posts are in the Medicines Strategic Sourcing Team.
1 Fixed Term Contract / Secondment post for 12 months is available — This post is in the PASAG Team. As per the Fixed Term Contracts Policy, individuals with continuous service within the NHS applying for fixed‑term contract roles may be refused by PSD Scotland.
On 1 April 2026, NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) and NHS Education for Scotland (NES) became one national organisation, focused on continuity today and a stronger, more connected service for tomorrow.
As part of this transformation, NSS and NES joined to form Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland). The new organisation will play a pivotal role in supporting the renewal and ensuring the long‑term sustainability of health and care services across Scotland.
About the Organisation
PSD Scotland unites expertise from NES and NSS to accelerate national programmes and support the NHS to deliver better care, now and in the future.
We support staff with education and training, provide the tools and data that improve services, and run vital national functions such as procurement, logistics and blood, tissue and cell services.
The Post
Medicines Strategic Sourcing Team Posts
As a knowledgeable and experienced strategic procurement professional, you will manage a portfolio of commodities, implement national procurement strategies, and maintain supplier relationships to secure best value contracts. You will provide customers with excellent product choice and quality, contributing to the strategic sourcing programme targets.
PASAG Post
You will coordinate the day‑to‑day management of the Patient Access Scheme Assessment Group (PASAG) Secretariat and partner with pharmaceutical companies to negotiate medicines pricing arrangements on behalf of health boards in NHS Scotland. You will support identification of sourcing opportunities and develop procurement strategies that optimise value and benefits from new medicines, and help shape operational processes and policies relating to procurement, purchasing and supply of medicines.
The Candidate
We are looking for highly motivated, commercially aware individuals who can plan strategically, solve problems, organise effectively, influence teams, and work with attention to detail in multidisciplinary settings.
The post holder should have a degree in a relevant business discipline and be or be working toward Membership of The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or an equivalent qualification. Demonstrable experience of strategic sourcing—strategy development and supplier management—is essential. Excellent communication and influencing skills are also required.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of work that shapes specialist healthcare services at a national level, making a real difference to people across Scotland. This role offers opportunities to develop skills, broaden experience and collaborate with committed NHS professionals.
Location and Working Pattern
These posts may be based at Gyle Square, Edinburgh or National Distribution Service, Larkhall.
Currently hybrid working. The work pattern is Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.
It is a condition of employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK and have entitlement to work in the UK for the post in which you will be employed.
Benefits
Our package includes pension scheme, comprehensive work‑life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
Inclusion
Public Services Delivery Scotland is a national organisation and, as an anchor institution, aims to be diverse and inclusive where everyone feels welcome. Flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where staff can thrive and balance personal and professional obligations, supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. PSD Scotland is committed to staff health and well‑being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health. Equality staff networks are in place, and we are an equal‑opportunity employer, guaranteeing to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. If reasonable adjustments are needed, contact the Recruitment Team.
Further Information
For an informal discussion on the post, ask for details.
Closing date for completed applications is 24 May 2026.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and, as a committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
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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.
2 Permanent posts are available — These posts are in the Medicines Strategic Sourcing Team.
1 Fixed Term Contract / Secondment post for 12 months is available — This post is in the PASAG Team. As per the Fixed Term Contracts Policy, individuals with continuous service within the NHS applying for fixed‑term contract roles may be refused by PSD Scotland.
On 1 April 2026, NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) and NHS Education for Scotland (NES) became one national organisation, focused on continuity today and a stronger, more connected service for tomorrow.
As part of this transformation, NSS and NES joined to form Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland). The new organisation will play a pivotal role in supporting the renewal and ensuring the long‑term sustainability of health and care services across Scotland.
About the Organisation
PSD Scotland unites expertise from NES and NSS to accelerate national programmes and support the NHS to deliver better care, now and in the future.
We support staff with education and training, provide the tools and data that improve services, and run vital national functions such as procurement, logistics and blood, tissue and cell services.
The Post
Medicines Strategic Sourcing Team Posts
As a knowledgeable and experienced strategic procurement professional, you will manage a portfolio of commodities, implement national procurement strategies, and maintain supplier relationships to secure best value contracts. You will provide customers with excellent product choice and quality, contributing to the strategic sourcing programme targets.
PASAG Post
You will coordinate the day‑to‑day management of the Patient Access Scheme Assessment Group (PASAG) Secretariat and partner with pharmaceutical companies to negotiate medicines pricing arrangements on behalf of health boards in NHS Scotland. You will support identification of sourcing opportunities and develop procurement strategies that optimise value and benefits from new medicines, and help shape operational processes and policies relating to procurement, purchasing and supply of medicines.
The Candidate
We are looking for highly motivated, commercially aware individuals who can plan strategically, solve problems, organise effectively, influence teams, and work with attention to detail in multidisciplinary settings.
The post holder should have a degree in a relevant business discipline and be or be working toward Membership of The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or an equivalent qualification. Demonstrable experience of strategic sourcing—strategy development and supplier management—is essential. Excellent communication and influencing skills are also required.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of work that shapes specialist healthcare services at a national level, making a real difference to people across Scotland. This role offers opportunities to develop skills, broaden experience and collaborate with committed NHS professionals.
Location and Working Pattern
These posts may be based at Gyle Square, Edinburgh or National Distribution Service, Larkhall.
Currently hybrid working. The work pattern is Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.
It is a condition of employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK and have entitlement to work in the UK for the post in which you will be employed.
Benefits
Our package includes pension scheme, comprehensive work‑life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
Inclusion
Public Services Delivery Scotland is a national organisation and, as an anchor institution, aims to be diverse and inclusive where everyone feels welcome. Flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where staff can thrive and balance personal and professional obligations, supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. PSD Scotland is committed to staff health and well‑being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health. Equality staff networks are in place, and we are an equal‑opportunity employer, guaranteeing to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. If reasonable adjustments are needed, contact the Recruitment Team.
Further Information
For an informal discussion on the post, ask for details.
Closing date for completed applications is 24 May 2026.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and, as a committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
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