Commercial Manager in Docklands, London

Commercial Manager

London

6-month Contract - Hybrid

£529.95

ARM are delighted to be working with our client to help them recruit a Commercial Manager on a 6 month contract.

The Role:

• Negotiate, deliver & communicate contract & framework agreements which deliver efficiencies in line with financial reporting and forecasting systems.
• Lead contracts reviews/negotiations during their term to ensure continued fitness for purpose with respect to scope, budget and performance change, risk and be responsible, day to day, for the development, negotiation, and agreement of TfL Change Requests.
• Improve the efficiency and reduce costs of the procurement process by participating in the re-engineering of business processes / procedures.
• Approving and implementing procurement strategies & advice (tendering, evaluation award & contract management) efficiently using preferred technology-based methods.
• Be the focal point for key suppliers, categories and markets for the department in areas of strategy and tactics development, dispute resolution, supplier viability and relationship management.
• Participate in technology solutions by implementing, evaluating, or feeding back results that will improve strategic and operational procurement.

Requirements:

• Experience of managing small teams (no line management responsibilities)
• Experience in contract/purchase order management and administration and proven experience in developing and maintaining supporting office systems.
• Experience in preparing, reviewing and agreeing Contract terms and conditions and commercial schedules.
• Substantial proven experience in a procurement function involved in high risk, high value, complex works, services and supplies covering a range of commodities. A proven record in establishing contracts of this nature and leading commercial negotiations at a senior level is essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of managing/leading frameworks.
• Knowledge of category management.
• Qualified to CIPS professional standard or equivalent.