Job reference: REQ0008728 Location: Ty Penallta, UK Application closing date: 21/09/2023 Package: Full Time, Permanent 

Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Contract Management Support Service Manager to join Caerphilly Council’s Procurement and Information Services Team.

You will become part of a dynamic team that sets the Procurement direction for a leading Council with 600 services. This varied and high-profile role will develop and implement corporate and service area specific strategies and initiatives to deliver an effective and efficient services across the Council and for our citizens.

We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.

If you are a highly motivated individual with passion and desire to contribute to the positive reputation of our Council, we would love to hear from you!

We pay an attractive salary of £52,429 to £57,474 and offer access to training and development opportunities.

The post holder will develop, build and maintain key relationships with stakeholders to continuously develop the service and help:

* develop processes, procedures and policies in relation to commercial capability and contract management;

* standardise the capability and skills needed across the Council in relation to commercial capability and contract management via training programmes;

* working with staff across the Council identifying commercial risks and recommending measures to mitigate and manage those risks;

* inform the evolving needs/requirements of key contracting service areas in accordance with National strategies and policies;

* establish “expert” teams within key contracting service areas in order to develop: category specialisms, fit for purpose terms and conditions,

* contract management methodologies and develop market intelligence strategies and approaches;     

* generate positive communication channels with internal and external stakeholders that support the Council’s objectives and initiatives;

* develop streamlined and consistent approach to data analytics for dissemination to internal and external stakeholders; and     

* develop and maintain effective relationships with regulatory bodies and external organisations.

Further information can be accessed via the job description and person specification.

We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.

If you are a highly motivated individual with passion and desire to contribute to the positive reputation of our Council, we would love to hear from you!

View the Job Description and Person Specification 

For an informal discussion about the role contact Ian Evans, Procurement and Information Manager on 01443 863157, evansi1@caerphilly.gov.uk

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Interviews will be a requirement of the process and further information will be made available to the shortlisted candidates at the relevant time.

The political restrictions defined by the ‘Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990 as amended’ apply to you in respect of this post.

We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk for further information.


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Acquisition in relation to this vacancy is not appreciated.