Commercial & procurement manager

Commercial & Procurement Manager
Contract Length: 12 Months
Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: London (Hybrid) 2 - 3 days per week
Clearance: BPSS required, SC preferred

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Commercial & Procurement Manager to join a high-profile government programme, leading commercial and contract management activities across a nationally significant apprenticeship portfolio. This role will be responsible for managing existing supplier relationships, supporting major procurement exercises, and ensuring robust governance, reporting, and contract performance management across multiple stakeholders.
The successful candidate will bring strong government commercial experience, a deep understanding of public sector procurement frameworks, and the ability to operate effectively across complex stakeholder environments.

Key Responsibilities

Contract & Supplier Management:
* Manage a portfolio of apprenticeship contracts currently in delivery.

* Monitor supplier performance against contractual KPIs and service levels.

* Conduct regular contract management and performance review meetings with providers.

* Address performance issues, risks, and improvement opportunities across varying supplier performance levels.

* Develop and implement effective contract management processes and reporting frameworks.

Procurement & Commercial Delivery: