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.
  
  Shortlistingwill be conducted in line with the essential and desirable criteriaset out in the person specification. We reserve the right to closethis role earlier than the published date should a suitablecandidate be identified.