Role Overview
Assistant Contracts Manager based in Worcester. Supports management of external service providers, suppliers and contract performance, focusing on maintenance and construction activities, ensuring achievement of contractually agreed levels of service, quality and cost. Coordinates contract mobilisation and exit. Sits within the Contract Management sub‑team of the wider Group Procurement team.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the interface between key suppliers and internal operational stakeholders.
* Ensure structures are in place to enable smooth contract operation.
* Monitor contractor performance, source and produce reports, identify improvements.
* Identify service shortfalls and manage improvement projects.
* Act as point of expertise for colleagues, supporting future tenders and contracts.
* Form strong relationships with stakeholders, internally and externally.
* Travel regularly; must hold a full valid driving licence.
Qualifications and Experience
* A degree, management qualification or another relevant professional qualification.
* Previous experience in managing/monitoring supply contracts.
* Understanding of project management methodologies to manage contract teams.
* High attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload under pressure.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, with data analysis ability.
* Some knowledge and experience within maintenance or construction sectors.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days) plus public holidays (pro rata).
* A pension scheme with employer contributions.
* Life assurance.
* Employee advice service including counselling.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Voluntary health plans.
* Employee discounts.
* Wellbeing support and tools.
* Employee recognition scheme.
* Staff networks supporting inclusion.
Salary
£45,736 per annum based on 35 hours per week, rising to £48,157 after 12 months service and subject to satisfactory performance.
View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working. Sanctuary Group is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.
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