We are looking for a Business and Contracts Manager: To lead, in collaboration with the Procurement Service, on the management of CATS contracts and service level agreements to maximise efficiencies, value for money and achieve high-quality outputs. The duties will include contract monitoring and auditing, risks management and mitigated, and to lead the re-tendering, including analysing and recommending procurement options.
Responsibilities
To respond to requests for quotes for new areas of Service delivery or Service extension or contractions. To attend regular meetings with commissioners and to provide management information as required.
Qualification – Essential
GCSE’s, Grades A-C or equivalent to include Maths and English
CIPS certification or a relevant accountancy qualification, or equivalent
High-level experience of a similar role or function.
Robust working knowledge of current procurement legislation and the application of UK regulations, and EU Directives
Experience in the development of specifications, and the implementation and maintenance of SLA’s and contracts
Advanced –Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Skills, Abilities & Experience – Essential
Experience in the use of IT/ Systems including all aspects of MS Office and relevant contract management software and systems
Experience of budgeting and financial analysis
Experience of project management relevant to the monitoring of contracts and the delivery of key outcomes
Strong verbal and written communication skills including formal report writing
Experience of undertaking whole life cycle cost analysis to ensure that investments deliver value for money outcomes throughout the contract
Experience of gathering, analysing and reporting on data and compiling reports appropriate to the audience
Experience of working effectively with a range of professionals, demonstrating excellent stakeholder engagement, interpersonal and negotiating skills
Enhanced CRB within the last 12 months
Able to provide two years references
To apply for this role, candidates require a full work history with no unexplained gaps
Diamond Blaque is an Equal Opportunities employer
Diamond Blaque is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
Benefits
Ref: DBR03638 – RQ376384
Job Title: Business and Contracts Manager
Salary: £23.49 per hour PAYE
Location: North London –
Hours: 36 hours per week
Duration: Min 3 months – extension on performance
