Senior Contract Manager - 32388
Join the Environment Agency and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our natural environment. We are an inclusive employer that encourages equal opportunities and flexible working arrangements, including job shares.
Job Overview
As part of the Defence Group Fleet Services (DGFS) team within the Strategy, Transformation and Assurance Directorate, you will lead a specialist team overseeing purchase and service contracts for the Environment Agency and our Defra partners. You will work collaboratively across departments to identify business requirements, shape contract strategies and lead procurement processes through to contract award.
Responsibilities
* Act as the principal advisor on fleet contract matters, offering expert guidance and developing solutions within policy frameworks and best practice standards.
* Shape and influence fleet policy at both national and local levels, ensuring consistent contract‑aligned implementation and compliance.
* Design and implement performance monitoring systems, interpreting supplier data and operational insights to provide evidence‑based recommendations to senior leadership.
* Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external providers to influence outcomes, enhance service delivery and uphold the Environment Agency’s reputation.
* Lead and manage a geographically dispersed team, ensuring efficient planning, resource allocation and delivery against objectives in a dynamic working environment.
* Manage full contract lifecycles and ensure compliance with environmental, legal and health & safety standards.
* Collaborate on incident response as required; training and participation will be mandatory.
Qualifications
We are looking for an experienced contract professional with a proven track record of delivering commercial value through strategic contract oversight.
Contact Information
For more information or an informal discussion, please get in touch with Nick Kennedy, Strategic Fleet Manager, via email at nick.kennedy@environment-agency.gov.uk. A virtual candidate briefing session will be arranged for interested applicants.
Additional Information
Full UK Driving Licence is required. The post is full‑time, but flexible working patterns will be considered.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working arrangements, including job share. A guaranteed interview policy is in place to support candidates with disabilities.
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