Simon Walsh MCIPS
Group Procurement Director and Joint GM Procurement Lead at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust- Claim this Profile
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John Daniels B.A Dip. Adv. Studies (Salford)
A very professional Senior Executive in the Procurement/ Buyers Section of the NHS who is knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He is very personable with the ability to put other persons at ease when attending meetings he is chairing, through excellent inter personal skills tempered with a sense of humour. An excellent ambassador for the NHS who always demonstrates interest and commitment and clearly he is an individual who enjoys his chosen career.
Louise Wall
Simon is an influential leader in the field of Healthcare procurement. His experience and knowledge of the supply chain and procurement landscape are exceptional, and he works hard to share this knowledge amongst his peers. Simon recognizes the need for innovation and is not afraid to explore new ways of working. I have very much enjoyed my time working with Simon on a number of projects and will often use Simon as a sounding board for new ideas. His reputation for delivering successful procurement initiatives and being an early adopter of innovation, means Simon is a well-respected key opinion leader in this field.
John Daniels B.A Dip. Adv. Studies (Salford)
A very professional Senior Executive in the Procurement/ Buyers Section of the NHS who is knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He is very personable with the ability to put other persons at ease when attending meetings he is chairing, through excellent inter personal skills tempered with a sense of humour. An excellent ambassador for the NHS who always demonstrates interest and commitment and clearly he is an individual who enjoys his chosen career.
Louise Wall
Simon is an influential leader in the field of Healthcare procurement. His experience and knowledge of the supply chain and procurement landscape are exceptional, and he works hard to share this knowledge amongst his peers. Simon recognizes the need for innovation and is not afraid to explore new ways of working. I have very much enjoyed my time working with Simon on a number of projects and will often use Simon as a sounding board for new ideas. His reputation for delivering successful procurement initiatives and being an early adopter of innovation, means Simon is a well-respected key opinion leader in this field.
John Daniels B.A Dip. Adv. Studies (Salford)
A very professional Senior Executive in the Procurement/ Buyers Section of the NHS who is knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He is very personable with the ability to put other persons at ease when attending meetings he is chairing, through excellent inter personal skills tempered with a sense of humour. An excellent ambassador for the NHS who always demonstrates interest and commitment and clearly he is an individual who enjoys his chosen career.
Louise Wall
Simon is an influential leader in the field of Healthcare procurement. His experience and knowledge of the supply chain and procurement landscape are exceptional, and he works hard to share this knowledge amongst his peers. Simon recognizes the need for innovation and is not afraid to explore new ways of working. I have very much enjoyed my time working with Simon on a number of projects and will often use Simon as a sounding board for new ideas. His reputation for delivering successful procurement initiatives and being an early adopter of innovation, means Simon is a well-respected key opinion leader in this field.
John Daniels B.A Dip. Adv. Studies (Salford)
A very professional Senior Executive in the Procurement/ Buyers Section of the NHS who is knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He is very personable with the ability to put other persons at ease when attending meetings he is chairing, through excellent inter personal skills tempered with a sense of humour. An excellent ambassador for the NHS who always demonstrates interest and commitment and clearly he is an individual who enjoys his chosen career.
Louise Wall
Simon is an influential leader in the field of Healthcare procurement. His experience and knowledge of the supply chain and procurement landscape are exceptional, and he works hard to share this knowledge amongst his peers. Simon recognizes the need for innovation and is not afraid to explore new ways of working. I have very much enjoyed my time working with Simon on a number of projects and will often use Simon as a sounding board for new ideas. His reputation for delivering successful procurement initiatives and being an early adopter of innovation, means Simon is a well-respected key opinion leader in this field.
Experience
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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Group Procurement Director and Joint GM Procurement Lead
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Oct 2017 - Present
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Central Manchester and South Manchester NHS FTs
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Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
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Director Of Procurement
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Apr 2017 - Sep 2017
Leadership of the Procurement functions at both Trusts Leadership of the Procurement functions at both Trusts
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Central Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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400 - 500 Employee
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Procurement Director
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Oct 2015 - Mar 2017
Leadership of the Trust's Procurement Department Leadership of the Trust's Procurement Department
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Central Manchester & Manchester Children's Foundation Trust
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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400 - 500 Employee
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Head of Procurement
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May 2009 - Sep 2015
Management of the Trust's non-pay spend of £350mper annum including all 58procurement and e-commerce staff. Identification and delivery of annual £5m savings target. Management of the Trust's non-pay spend of £350mper annum including all 58procurement and e-commerce staff. Identification and delivery of annual £5m savings target.
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North West Collaborative Commercial Agency
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Divisional Director
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Oct 2008 - Apr 2009
managing Trust based procurement services to Central and South Manchester NHS Trusts
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Associate Procurement Director
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Aug 2006 - Sep 2008
managing Trust based procurement services to Central and South Manchester NHS Trusts
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Supply Chain Director
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Jul 2005 - Jul 2006
management of Trust based procurement services(until Jan 2006)leadership of supply chain developmentsmanagement of corporate services (January 2006-June 2006 incl.)member of NWCPH Senior Management Team and Advisory Board
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Manchester Hospitals Purchasing Consortium- Central and South Manchester NHS Trusts
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Royal Manchester Childrens Hospital
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Director Of Purchasing
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Jul 2003 - Jun 2005
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Blackburn,Hyndburn&Ribble Valley;Calderstones,Burnley Healthcare&East Lancashire Primary Care Groups
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East Lancashire Procurement Department-Queen's Park Hospital,Blackburn
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Head Of Procurement
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Apr 1999 - Jun 2003
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NHS Supplies North West Division
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Queen's Park Hospital,Blackburn
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Supplies Manager
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Jun 1996 - Mar 1999
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Supplies Manager
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Jul 1994 - Jun 1996
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Deputy Supplies Officer
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Jun 1992 - Jun 1994
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Wrightington Hospital&Chorley&South Ribble
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Wrightington Hospital
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Deputy Supplies Officer
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Jan 1994 - Apr 1994
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North West RHA/Health Care Supplies North West
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Balladen House,Rawtenstall
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Buyer
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Jun 1990 - Jun 1992
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Higher Clerical Officer
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Jun 1988 - Jun 1990
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Clerical Officer
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Jul 1987 - May 1988
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Education
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1984 - 1987
The University of Manchester
Honours, Politics and Modern History -
1982 - 1984
Accrington and Rossendale College
A levels, A LEVELS -
1977 - 1982
St Christopher's Accrington
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