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We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.
A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West’s electricity network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.
We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.
Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.
Our Commercial team has an opportunity for a Contract Manager in Preston.
About The Opportunity
The Contract Manager role is responsible for the creation, negotiation, set-up and transition to the operational owner, then in-life management (KPI management, obligations tracking, changes, contract renewals, etc.) of Supplier Contracts. The role is crucial in ensuring that commercial agreements transition well into active use and deliver expected benefits.
The role is key to ENWL developing strong partnerships, maintaining contractual obligations, mitigating contractual, commercial and material risk which could affect ENWL’s reputation in the supply chain. The role will sit across a number of spend categories, giving advice and support to senior management in Commercial and the wider business.
Principal Responsibilities Of The Role
* Own allocated key contracts and agreements
* Ensuring anticipated value is delivered through 3rd party supplier contracts
* Ensuring anticipated scope of service delivery through contracts
* Building relationships with suppliers that are culturally aligned to ENWL
* Manage contractual disputes, working closely with legal as required
* Influence senior stakeholders to ensure ENWL are delivering to the client requirements of agreements
* Support senior management in the preparation of supplier commercial performance packs for the periodic interactions that they have
* Manage performance shortfalls, where the supplier is in significant breach of contract, receiving escalations from vendor managers and supplier relationship managers
* Commercial performance and SLA management
* Drive innovation and supplier development
* Transition, planning and implementation of new suppliers, working with need owners in the business
* Work with colleagues in Commercial to deliver contract renewals, through effective negotiations
Who We Are Looking For
* Educated to degree level or equivalent
* Professional accreditation through CIPS,IACCM or equivalent would be welcome
* Significant experience in the management of contracts and working with other roles in the commercial lifecycle such as procurement, vendor managers and supplier risk management.
* Working experience of a range of contracts which are used in Utility or Engineering businesses would be advantageous.
* Significant experience of working within a commercial function of a complex business
* Experience of creating contract management structures
* Track record of delivering strong performance of suppliers, tackling issues and driving innovation
* Adept at communicating, influencing, coaching, educating, challenging and managing senior stakeholders
* Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
* Proven numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Full UK driving licence.
What We’re Offering
As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:
An annual bonus scheme
26 days annual leave increasing with length of service
Private Healthcare
Car Allowance
Bonus
An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
A market-leading contributory pension scheme
Employee assistance programme
Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.
We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.
A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry and as the regions network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the North West to decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy.
Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.
Our people important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.
Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable
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