Senior Contract Manager

Job description

Senior Supplier Relationship Management / Senior Contract Manager Permanent: Grade D - £45,091 – £53,460 Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 36.5 hours per week: We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Contract Manager / Senior Supplier Relationship Management to join our Digital, Technology & Services (DTS) directorate. This is a key commercial role responsible for managing a portfolio of high‑value digital, data and technology contracts and building strong, effective relationships with suppliers to ensure value for money and excellent service delivery. Key responsibilities include: - Managing and overseeing a portfolio of digital, data and technology contracts and suppliers - Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships and strategic partnerships - Monitoring contract performance to ensure compliance, quality, value for money and cost control - Leading on contract variations, statements of work and contractual documentation, ensuring risks are mitigated - Providing professional commercial and contract management advice to senior stakeholders across the Council - Managing contract changes, renewals and lifecycle a...