Clinical Textile Product Manager

NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services for all of Northumbria Healthcare Trust’s sites. Come and work for us and we can offer you: Competitive rates of pay Enhanced rates of pay for working evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays Favourable employment terms and conditions – we mirror NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions (https://www.nhsemployers.org/tchandbook) which includes up to 33 days annual leave + bank holidays per year, generous maternity and paternity leave provisions, occupational sick pay, and much more NHS Pension Scheme Career development opportunities Fantastic staff benefits including car lease, home electronics, cycle to work and priority access to vaccinations, physiotherapy, counselling, among many more A great employee experience - we score very highly on our employee satisfaction metrics We work closely with Kids First Nurseries that are based within our trust grounds at Wansbeck, North Tyneside and Hexham hospitals to care for our Trust family's children, they offer care for children from 6 weeks old up to 4 years.  There are a number of funding options run by the government to help working parents, including Early Years Funding and Tax Free Childcare. Flexible working offers choice in where, when, and how we work, ensuring patients remain at the heart of all we do. It’s open to everyone, and we aim to find solutions that work for both you and the organisation. All arrangements must be reasonable and balanced to maintain safe and effective patient care. Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our website www.nhfm.co.uk for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us. Whilst NHFM are a highly innovative organisation, the use of Third Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes.  If you use AI, and it poses a risk  to the integrity your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.  ______________________________________________________________________________ Job overview We’re looking for an inspiring and forward-thinking Textile Product Manager to help drive the strategic development and successful delivery of an exciting portfolio of clinically compliant, environmentally responsible textile products for the NHS and wider health and social care sectors.  In this unique role, you’ll take full ownership of the product journey; from concept and research through design, testing, accreditation, and production. Ensuring each product meets the highest standards of clinical safety, sustainability, and commercial value. You will be working closely with clinicians, procurement teams, and manufacturing, you’ll lead innovation that enhances patient and staff experiences, reduces environmental impact, and supports the NHS’s long-term sustainability goals. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received. Advert Lead product strategy and development for a diverse range of innovative, sustainable, and clinically compliant textile products for the NHS and wider health and social care sectors. Oversee the full product lifecycle;  from concept, research, and design through sampling, testing, accreditation, production, and market launch. Ensure compliance with all relevant clinical, environmental, and commercial standards. Drive sustainability initiatives, aligning product development with the NHS’s long-term environmental goals. Collaborate closely with clinicians, procurement teams, manufacturers, and commercial partners to ensure products meet frontline healthcare needs. Promote innovation that enhances patient and staff experience, supports cost-effectiveness, and improves outcomes. Monitor and review product performance, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Champion compassionate and inclusive leadership, fostering a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and continuous learning across teams and organisational boundaries. Act as an ambassador for sustainable healthcare innovation, influencing change and supporting the redesign of NHS textile solutions Working for our organisation NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country.  Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our website www.nhfm.co.uk for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us.  Detailed job description and main responsibilities ·        Manage a diverse product portfolio, including Reusable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Healthcare uniforms; Other textile-based clinical and non-clinical solutions that meet rigorous clinical, environmental, and commercial standards. ·        Oversee the full product lifecycle, from: Concept development and ideation; Prototype sampling and refinement; Clinical testing and validation; Regulatory compliance and accreditation; Production handover and scaling; Market launch and post-launch evaluation ·        Collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including: Clinicians and healthcare professionals (to ensure products are fit for clinical use), Procurement teams (to align with NHS tendering and cost-efficiency requirements), Technical and manufacturing staff (to ensure production feasibility and quality) including Production Manager, Commercial and sales teams (to drive product adoption in the market) ·        Champion sustainability and circular design principles by; embedding durability and reuse into product specifications; Sourcing low-impact, ethically produced materials and develop systems for end-of-life recovery, recycling, or repurposing. Reducing carbon footprint and supporting resource efficiency initiatives ·        Ensure products provide value in every way– clinical safety, environmental responsibility, and commercial viability ·        Provide leadership that Inspires, engages, and empowers individuals at all levels to contribute their best work. Uses coaching and mentorship to encourage ownership, professional growth, and continuous quality improvement. Builds strong, high-performing, and collaborative cross-functional teams ·        Oversee and manage budgets effectively, taking corrective action when required to maintain financial balance. ·        Data, Systems & Documentation; Implement and oversee stock control management systems. Create and manage Bills of Materials, standard operating procedures, and a comprehensive sample library ensuring accurate data input and reporting, Act as a data user and trainer for relevant staff’, maintain detailed product documentation, including product catalogues, price lists, and operational records. ·        Travel within the UK and overseas as required to support product development, supplier engagement, and market promotion activities ·        Support the Manufacturing Lead in delivering and developing the business plan, ensuring long-term viability and sustainability of the product range The successful applicant will be an employee of the subsidiary and not Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Applicants who are members of the Armed Forces, and those who have a disability that requires support in the work place (two ticks pledge) and who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed under the Trust's interview guarantee scheme. We recognise the positive value of diversity and inclusion and are committed to a workforce that is diverse, equal and inclusive.  We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME people are currently under-represented in our workforce as well as other under-represented groups such as LGBT+ and disabled candidates. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, we have a Gold award from the Defense Recognition Scheme, and we are delighted to support Apprenticeships, Age Posi+ive and are a mindful employer.    If you require any reasonable adjustments to attend interview please make the recruitment team aware as soon as possible by calling our HR Recruitment Team on 0191 203 1415 option 2. Applicants who meet the Fit and Proper Person Requirements  (FPPR) will require additional pre-employment checks in line CQC and statutory guidance. Make sure to read the ‘applicant guidance notes’ before submitting your application and make sure you know everything there is to know before joining our fantastic trust! Certificate of Sponsorship Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust proudly hold a sponsor licence. In order to provide sponsorship you and the role you are applying for must meet UKVI eligibility requirements. Please check your eligibility prior to submitting an application. Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all successful applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post.  The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay.