Regional Occupancy Manager

Bupa · Staines · Competitive plus company car & up to 20% occupancy bonus · hybrid As a Regional Occupancy Manager at Bupa, you will guide the strategic vision and oversee public sector occupancy in care homes. Your responsibilities include managing occupancy rates through stakeholder management and engagement, leading bidding and tender processes, and overseeing existing block contracts and renewals. Key responsibilities: Identify, develop, and maintain business relationships with internal and external customers Host regular meetings with operational and strategic colleagues to review occupancy requirements and opportunities Identify commissioning arrangements with growth possibilities and produce robust business plans Maintain a general understanding of commissioned areas of need and their impact on occupancy and safe practices Lead and manage the bid function and process Requirements: Previous sales experience in the healthcare sector Experience collaborating with Local Authorities, Integrated Care Boards, and NHS Trust Board level stakeholders Experience driving commissioning agendas and influencing service-based pathway design Knowledge of Local Authority and Integrated Care Board structures Knowledge of the commissioning process and the relationship between commissioners and service providers Benefits: 25 days holiday pro-rata Company car Bupa health insurance Enhanced pension plan and life insurance Onsite gyms or local discounts Various family-friendly benefits