Contract Manager

2 Days Old

Contracts Manager
£475-£500 per day INSIDE IR35 via umbrella
Hybrid (3 days office based, 2 days WFH)
12 month contract (likely to be extended)

Your new company:
A major European energy provider specialises in electricity generation, distribution, and related services. The company focuses on low-carbon energy production, including nuclear, renewable sources, and energy efficiency solutions, to support the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Role Overview:
As a Contract Manager, you will play a pivotal role within the Contract Management Team, collaborating closely with the Contract Lead and PMO Manager. Your primary responsibility will be overseeing major contracts, ensuring optimal performance, and driving commercial excellence.

In this role, you will engage with Outage Management, Engineering, Procurement, and Quality Assurance teams to enhance supplier relationships, identify commercial opportunities, and implement service improvements. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of critical agreements and deliver outstanding service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee key contractor performance to align with contractual requirements and business objectives.

Ensure suppliers deliver the best value in terms of cost, quality, and productivity.

Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Communicate essential contractual information effectively.

Identify and implement opportunities for efficiency improvements within contracts and operational activities.

Lead contract negotiations to secure favourable terms.

Address and resolve supplier disputes or escalations efficiently.

Ensure adherence to legal and company policies in all contract-related processes.

Manage contract close-out procedures, including reviewing extensions or renewals.

Support procurement teams in re-procurement efforts when applicable.

This role demands commercial leadership, agility, and a results-driven mindset to maximise contract value and operational efficiency.

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:
Strong experience of NEC Contract Management preferable.

Proven expertise in contract negotiation with a strong track record.

Prior experience working with a main contractor is essential.

Background in financial control, including cost management, is advantageous.

Ability to effectively communicate and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.

Exceptional communication skills with a confident and professional approach.

Self-motivated with a proactive mindset and a results-driven attitude.

Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Experience with SAP is preferred but not mandatory.

If this role resonates with you or you may know someone who might be interested, please respond with an updated copy of your CV.

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Location:
Leiston
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management

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