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SalaryIf you have extensive knowledge, understanding and experience of public procurement and contract management and you are looking to take your next step in a leadership role, this could be the ideal opportunity.
About the role
This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to grow and develop our Commercial Team. In this newly created role you’ll lead on the development of a strategic approach to contract management and provide exceptional leadership to a team who are engaged in critical, high risk commercial activity.
About you
Educated to degree level, you’ll possess the following experience, skills and attributes:
- Proven experience of leading a successful team;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrable experience in developing contracts and undertaking complex negotiations with suppliers;
- The ability to establish strong relationships across multiple organisations at all levels; and
- Experience of managing and implementing change.
A Charted Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) professional qualification is desirable, but not essential to undertake this role.
Our Offer to you
We are a forward thinking and ambitious employer with lots to offer. In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package including an excellent local government pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement and access to many discount schemes. We recognise the importance of the wellbeing of all our employees and provide flexible working policies and wellbeing programmes, which are inclusive and supportive.
Next steps
If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting new role, please contact Victoria Eaton (Assistant Director: Commercial) at Victoria.eaton@lincolnshire.gov.uk who will be happy to answer your questions.
Closing date: Sunday 12th May 2024
Interviews: 17th and 23rd May
We look forward to receiving your application!
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
