Procurement and Contracts Manager

At Paradigm Housing Group, we are seeking a Procurement & Contract Manager to help shape our procurement and contract management practices, ensuring we deliver exceptional value for our customers and stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead key initiatives, embed best practices, and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation.,

• Developing and implementing sourcing strategies alongside Category Managers to ensure quality, value, and compliance in procurement.
• Leading and improving utilities contract management to achieve cost efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Implementing a robust Contract Management Standard to deliver outstanding performance outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, driving collaboration and innovation.
• Embedding Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and maintaining high standards across all contracts.
• Transforming utilities processes, managing energy contracts, and driving improvements for the benefit of customers.
• Supporting the Head of Procurement with supplier risk management, training delivery, and compliance auditing.
  
  Are you a procurement professional with a passion for driving value, fostering supplier relationships, and leading strategic improvements? Do you thrive in a role that combines contract management, stakeholder engagement, and innovative problem solving? If so, we'd love to hear from you!, Extensive procurement experience in the Public sector
• Strong expertise in contract and supplier relationship management, risk mitigation, and change implementation.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiation, cost-saving delivery, and quality improvement.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders and suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Analytical, proactive, and innovative approach to problem-solving.
• CIPS qualification (or equivalent experience) preferred.