Contract and Procurement Manager - PO6
London Borough of Lambeth
Role
Who You Are
An experienced Contract & Procurement Manager with a deep understanding of public procurement and contract management, particularly in housing maintenance and construction services. You have a successful track record of supplier management, delivering value for money, and leading initiatives to optimize procurement processes. You thrive in collaborative environments, working effectively with internal and external stakeholders, and possess strong leadership qualities to manage and mentor a team.
What the Job Involves
As the Contract & Procurement Manager, you will oversee the procurement and delivery of contracts across the Housing Services directorate, managing contracts worth over £100 million annually. Your role is to ensure compliance with procurement policies, mitigate risks, and maintain robust financial controls. You will lead initiatives to improve procurement arrangements, manage a team, and provide critical contract management advice. Responsibilities include maintaining contract logs, monitoring compliance, leading workshops, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication.
Skills
- Public procurement and contract management expertise
- Experience with construction and consultancy contracts
- Strong governance and risk management skills
- Proficiency in using IT systems like Oracle, Keystone, Northgate, and Microsoft Office
- Leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent stakeholder communication and collaboration skills
- Capability to draft governance reports and options appraisals