Contracts and Supplier Manager

We are looking for an experienced Contracts and Supplier Manager to join our Insight, Change and Technology (ICT) team and play a vital part in helping us design and develop our capabilities to manage our portfolio of major contracts and suppliers.

This role will be responsible in ensuring that the contracts portfolio is well managed, address any potential compliance related risks including Health & Safety and that contracts are maintained from the commencement to renewals and exit. You will be supporting and leading the development of various commercial governance mechanisms and tools such as assurance and Supplier Relationship Management frameworks collaboratively across the Diocesan Board of Finance (DBF).

Part of the role also involves supporting the development of KPIs and other performance management indicators to provide evidence for Senior Leadership Team and the Finance & Resources Committee for efficient, data-driven decision making. This role will also provide support for various committees and senior stakeholders by preparing reports and updates.

You will be someone who:

• Has strong and engaging communications skills with the ability to relate to a wide range of people
• Has experience of negotiating with new providers and contractors
• Has the ability to build supportive and valued partnerships with new providers and partners
• Pays attention to accuracy and attention to detail
• Values confidentiality and understands the sensitivities that exist when dealing with contracts
• Can manage your own workload and adapt flexibly to the needs of the ICT department

If you are interested in working in a supportive environment, helping the diocese secure the best value contracts and quality providers, we would love to hear from you.

You can download a full job description on our website.