Contract Manager for an innovative and pioneering organisation
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56000 + bonuses
Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK (2 days a week on site)
Your new company
My client is a UK government research entity responsible for the
development of fusion energy. It operates as an executive
non-departmental public body of the Department for Energy Security and
Net Zero. Their role is to research fusion energy and related
technologies, with the aim of positioning the UK as a leader in
sustainable nuclear energy. The organisation continues to make strides
in fusion energy development, aiming to transform this transformative
energy technology into a viable source of power. As such, they are
seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to help them on this journey.
Your new role
In this role, you will
manage the real-time interface and relationship with Tier 1 suppliers,
working collaboratively to ensure they meet their contractual
obligations. You will take ownership of contract management across the
organisation, providing advice and guidance as needed. The role
requires adaptability, proactivity, and excellent communication skills
to meet the dynamic demands of the industry. As a Contract Manager,
you will ensure that key documentation remains current and accurate,
and that suppliers deliver on their contractual obligations. Your
day-to-day tasks will include periods of unsupervised contract
administration and supporting senior commercial team members in
meetings and forums. You will focus on project delivery, support
continuous improvement workstreams on contract management, and lead on
reviewing and improving the contract management process manual. They
will monitor supplier compliance and performance, support the
relationship between the supplier and the organisation, and work
flexibly to support the delivery of business requirements. You will be
required to identify relevant information sources, recognise patterns
and trends in data, and draw key conclusions. You will take
responsibility for delivering expected outcomes on time and to
standard, regularly monitor work against milestones or targets, and
produce periodic performance reports for senior management.
What you'll need to succeed
I am seeking
a candidate who is working towards or already MCIPS qualified and is
either accredited or enroled in the Contract Management Capability
Programme (equivalent accreditations are also considered). The ideal
candidate should have a good understanding of Supplier Management,
including Supplier Relationship, Performance & Risk Management, and be
aware of PCR-2015. You should possess strategic procurement knowledge
and experience, be commercially astute, customer-focused, and have
excellent interpersonal skills. Good negotiation skills, particularly
with some understanding of the NEC form of Contract, are essential.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, and the
ability to work effectively as part of the Group Procurement Team is
crucial. It is desirable to have a contract management qualification,
expertise in Contract Management Tools (e.g., CEMAR), and line
management experience.
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