Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has a new opportunity for an Commercial Manager (Band 4) on a 3 months contract with a possibility of further extension.
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday 9-5 (flexible working available)
Adult social care and public heath procurement experience needed.
Preferably: MCIPS (Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply)
About the role:
The Council is seeking a talented and experienced Commercial Manager to lead end-to-end procurement processes within our corporate category, which includes a wide range of areas such as IT and Facilities Management (FM). This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work remotely but requires presence at City Hall in Victoria 1-2 days a week. The Commercial Manager will report directly to the Head of Tendering.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage procurement processes from initiation through to completion.
* Focus on corporate categories including IT and FM, ensuring value for money and compliance with regulations.
* Collaborate with various stakeholders to drive effective procurement strategies.
* Deliver high-quality procurement outcomes in a timely manner.
* Ensure alignment with Council goals and public sector procurement guidelines.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Proven experience working within Local Authority/Public Sector.
* Demonstrated expertise in managing end-to-end procurement processes.
* Specific experience in corporate categories such as IT or FM.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
* MCIPS qualification is preferred.
Criteria:
* Do you have Local Authority/Public Sector experience?
* Can you provide examples of managing end-to-end procurement processes?
* Have you worked on procurements within a corporate category such as IT or FM?
* How do you approach stakeholder management in procurement projects?
* Are you MCIPS qualified or working towards it?
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