Procurement and Contracts Manager

AtParadigm Housing Group, we are seeking a Procurement & ContractManager to help shape our procurement and contract managementpractices, ensuring we deliver exceptional value for our customersand stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead keyinitiatives, embed best practices, and make a meaningful impact ina collaborative and forward-thinkingorganisation.,

• Developing andimplementing sourcing strategies alongside Category Managers toensure quality, value, and compliance in procurement.
• Leading and improving utilities contract management toachieve cost efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Implementing a robust Contract Management Standard todeliver outstanding performance outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholdersand external suppliers, driving collaboration andinnovation.
• Embedding Key PerformanceIndicators (KPIs) and maintaining high standards across allcontracts.
• Transforming utilities processes,managing energy contracts, and driving improvements for the benefitof customers.
• Supporting the Head ofProcurement with supplier risk management, training delivery, andcomplianceauditing.
  
  Are you a procurement professional with a passionfor driving value, fostering supplier relationships, and leadingstrategic improvements? Do you thrive in a role that combinescontract management, stakeholder engagement, and innovative problemsolving? If so, we'd love to hear from you!, Extensiveprocurement experience in the Public sector
• Strong expertise in contract and supplier relationshipmanagement, risk mitigation, and change implementation.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiation, cost-savingdelivery, and quality improvement.
• Exceptionalrelationship-building skills with senior stakeholders andsuppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office,including advanced Excel functions (eg, VLOOKUPs, pivottables).
• Analytical, proactive, and innovativeapproach to problem-solving.
• CIPSqualification (or equivalent experience)preferred.