Senior Commercial Contract Manager

Are you an experienced Commercial & Contract Manager? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the strategic goals of our client? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

PLEASE NOTE DUE TO POLICE VETTING CRITERIA YOU MUST HAVE RESIDED WITHIN THE UK CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 5 YEARS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. UNFORTUNATELY ANYTHING LESS THAN THIS WILL NOT BE CONTACTED OR CONSIDERED.

At our client's organisation, we value collaboration, innovation, and delivering exceptional results. As a Senior Commercial & Contract Manager, you will be responsible for developing and managing commercial and contract management strategies for a portfolio of spend, aligning them with the strategic aims and objectives of our client. You will provide professional advice on technical commercial matters to senior stakeholders and ensure compliance with budget strategies, regulations, and procurement legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage complex and strategic force procurement projects to meet customer requirements and timelines.
Manage strategic business critical contracts and establish strategic partnerships with key suppliers to share risks and benefits.
Develop and deliver procurement savings plans for specific categories, identifying quantifiable efficiencies and reporting on progress.
Negotiate and influence stakeholders to ensure value for money is achieved.
Identify collaborative opportunities for regional and national projects for increased efficiency and savings.
Work closely with customers and Contract Managers to ensure contract performance meets or exceeds expectations.
Develop and manage sustainable procurement strategies for specific categories to enhance public confidence.
Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports.
Provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders.

Essential Criteria:

Previous experience in managing high-value category management and procurement efficiencies.
Experience in managing or mentoring staff.
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Diploma & full corporate membership (MCIPS) Level 6 Graduate Diploma.
Excellent interpretation of procurement legislation.

Desirable Criteria:

Understanding of the operational needs of the police force.
Demonstrated experience in leading and managing complex procurement projects.

Perks and Benefits:

Hybrid working model.
Wellbeing support.
Bike to work scheme.
Family leave.

If you are a driven and experienced Commercial & Contract Manager looking for a new challenge, apply now! Join our client's team and play a pivotal role in transforming procurement practises and delivering exceptional results. It's time to make a difference!

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to the link provided.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religion.

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