Commercial Manager (Band 4) - Max Rate

Who You Are
You are an experienced procurement professional, skilled in delivering complex procurement projects within public sector or commercial environments. You excel in stakeholder management and possess strong commercial judgement. Experience in the Housing sector and working in a regulated environment is ideal.

What the job involves
- Lead complex, high-value procurement projects for Westminster City Council's Housing portfolio.
- Provide strategic procurement advice to commissioners and budget holders.
- Collaborate with legal, finance, and other experts to develop contracts and performance frameworks.
- Conduct market research and utilize expertise to inform procurement strategies.
- Ensure compliance with procurement legislation and Council policies.
- Manage the tendering process from initiation to contract mobilisation and operational commencement.
- Enhance the Procurement Service's reputation and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills
- Procurement and project delivery expertise
- Commercial awareness and business acumen
- Stakeholder management and relationship-building
- Verbal and written communication proficiency
- Strong financial literacy and numeracy
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Emotional resilience and flexible approach
- CIPS Level 5/6 qualification or equivalent