Job Description
An opportunity to join a Public Sector organisation as a Contracts Manager
Client Details
This is one of the largest and most modern healthcare Trusts in the country. They serve around three million people, and are highly regarded for their facilities, teaching and research.
They are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. They have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Their goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff is really important to them. They offer a range of options for our staff to help maintain a good work-life balance including full time, part-time hours and bank hours. They are also committed to offering flexible working wherever they can, and where relevant to the role and the service, agile working. You can select your preferences upon application.
Description
This post sits in the Strategic Procurement team, reporting to the Senior Strategic Procurement Manager. The role is directly responsible for the management of a portfolio of contracts and specific categories within the Procurement portfolio to meet the needs of the organisations strategy and customer base requirements, and the post holder will ensure best value for money at all times whilst ensuring compliance with EU Procurement Legislation, UK Law and the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions.
- Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts to meet organisational goals and compliance standards.
- Ensure effective procurement strategies
- Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Provide guidance on procurement policies and contract management processes.
- Analyse market trends to inform strategic procurement decisions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract alignment with organisational needs.
- Prepare and present reports detailing contract performance and outcomes.
Profile
- Experience in public sector procurements end to end (including contract management)
- Strong understanding of public sector procurement and supply chain practices.
- Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in analysing and interpreting contractual data.
Job Offer
- Starting salary 38,500 rising to 46,000 with service
- Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working with 2 days per week on site in Stoke (3 days home working)
- Excellent public sector pension plus further benefits
