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Band 6 - Contracts Manager, Finance
NHS
Welwyn Garden City
On-site
GBP 40,000 - 49,000
Full time
Yesterday
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Job summary
A leading healthcare provider in Welwyn Garden City seeks a Contract Manager. This role involves supporting the procurement function, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with key performance indicators. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in procurement and contract management, with proven experience in stakeholder engagement and contract analysis. Flexible working options available.
Benefits
Flexible working options
Commitment to staff wellbeing and development
Qualifications
- Professional purchasing knowledge acquired through training or degree.
- Evidence of successful contract and supplier management experience.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholder groups.
Responsibilities
- Support contract management strategy development.
- Conduct contract reviews and provide expert advice.
- Engage with key stakeholders to promote best practices.
Skills
Knowledge of professional purchasing principles
Stakeholder management
Experience in contract management
Knowledge of best practice in Procurement & Supply
Education
Degree or Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) qualification
Foundation Diploma in Procurement Supply
Tools
Atamis
Advise Inc.
Job description
Job Summary
The Contract Manager will join the Contract Management team which is responsible for providing expert specialist contract management provision and advice in the support of the Procurement function in the development and implementation of the ICS's procurement strategy.
The post holder will support the Head of Commercial Contract Management in influencing senior stakeholders. They will ensure that the procurement and contract management strategy is understood, and that effective support is achieved for a successful implementation.
The post holder will be directly involved in identifying contracted and non-contracted spend, supporting the procurement team in developing suitable contracts with key measurables, liaising with key stakeholders on contract management best practice, identifying areas of improvement.
Main duties of the job
The Post holder will be a key member of the Procurement team reporting to the Head of Commercial Contract Management on a day-to-day basis.
The Post Holder Will Support The Delivery Of The Overall Aims And Objectives Of The Procurement Department And Those Of The Contract Management Team Specifically By Undertaking a Range Of Functions, Including:
Review and support the management of Contracts in line with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and legal requirements.
The Post holder will provide advice, analysis and support on l issues relating to the delivery, monitoring & review of all such Contracts.
The post holder will recommend strategies in dealing with specific contractual issues.
The post holder will provide data processing (in line with contract KPIs.
About Us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Details
Date posted
04 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,617 to £48,778 a year inc. HCA
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
360-IE-10204-A
Job locations
Gate House
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6BP
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Contract Manager will support the Head of Commercial Contract Management who is responsible for leading the new contract management function and driving the initial transformation programme and continuing post completion of the initial project.
They will provide analysis, undertake Contract reviews, work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to provide expert specialist contract management and advice in the support of the Procurement function .This will involve working with senior Trusts managers and clinicians to ensure that the strategy is understood.
The post holder will support the development and promotion of contract management.
This includes direct involvement in identifying contracted and non-contracted spend, supporting the procurement team in developing suitable contracts with key measurables, liaising with key stakeholders on contract management best practice, identifying areas of improvement and compiling and implementing a contract management policy.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Contract Manager will support the Head of Commercial Contract Management who is responsible for leading the new contract management function and driving the initial transformation programme and continuing post completion of the initial project.
They will provide analysis, undertake Contract reviews, work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to provide expert specialist contract management and advice in the support of the Procurement function .This will involve working with senior Trusts managers and clinicians to ensure that the strategy is understood.
The post holder will support the development and promotion of contract management.
This includes direct involvement in identifying contracted and non-contracted spend, supporting the procurement team in developing suitable contracts with key measurables, liaising with key stakeholders on contract management best practice, identifying areas of improvement and compiling and implementing a contract management policy.
Person Specification
Essential
Education and qualifications
Essential
Essential
Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Gate House
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6BP
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Gate House
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6BP
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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The Contract Manager will join the Contract Management team which is responsible for providing expert specialist contract management provision and advice in the support of the Procurement function in the development and implementation of the ICS's procurement strategy.
The post holder will support the Head of Commercial Contract Management in influencing senior stakeholders. They will ensure that the procurement and contract management strategy is understood, and that effective support is achieved for a successful implementation.
The post holder will be directly involved in identifying contracted and non-contracted spend, supporting the procurement team in developing suitable contracts with key measurables, liaising with key stakeholders on contract management best practice, identifying areas of improvement.
Main duties of the job
The Post holder will be a key member of the Procurement team reporting to the Head of Commercial Contract Management on a day-to-day basis.
The Post Holder Will Support The Delivery Of The Overall Aims And Objectives Of The Procurement Department And Those Of The Contract Management Team Specifically By Undertaking a Range Of Functions, Including:
Review and support the management of Contracts in line with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and legal requirements.
The Post holder will provide advice, analysis and support on l issues relating to the delivery, monitoring & review of all such Contracts.
The post holder will recommend strategies in dealing with specific contractual issues.
The post holder will provide data processing (in line with contract KPIs.
About Us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Details
Date posted
04 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,617 to £48,778 a year inc. HCA
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
360-IE-10204-A
Job locations
Gate House
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6BP
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Contract Manager will support the Head of Commercial Contract Management who is responsible for leading the new contract management function and driving the initial transformation programme and continuing post completion of the initial project.
They will provide analysis, undertake Contract reviews, work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to provide expert specialist contract management and advice in the support of the Procurement function .This will involve working with senior Trusts managers and clinicians to ensure that the strategy is understood.
The post holder will support the development and promotion of contract management.
This includes direct involvement in identifying contracted and non-contracted spend, supporting the procurement team in developing suitable contracts with key measurables, liaising with key stakeholders on contract management best practice, identifying areas of improvement and compiling and implementing a contract management policy.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Contract Manager will support the Head of Commercial Contract Management who is responsible for leading the new contract management function and driving the initial transformation programme and continuing post completion of the initial project.
They will provide analysis, undertake Contract reviews, work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to provide expert specialist contract management and advice in the support of the Procurement function .This will involve working with senior Trusts managers and clinicians to ensure that the strategy is understood.
The post holder will support the development and promotion of contract management.
This includes direct involvement in identifying contracted and non-contracted spend, supporting the procurement team in developing suitable contracts with key measurables, liaising with key stakeholders on contract management best practice, identifying areas of improvement and compiling and implementing a contract management policy.
Person Specification
Essential
Education and qualifications
- Knowledge of professional purchasing principles acquired through degree or Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS), plus specialist expertise in procurement and contract management obtained via further training and experience or equivalent post graduate diploma level qualification.
- Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Level 4 qualification (or above) Foundation Diploma in Procurement Supply or working towards.
- Cabinet Office or equivalent training undertaken regarding The Procurement Act 2023
Essential
- Knowledge of best practice in Procurement & Supply
- Knowledge of principles of contracting (law and content), procurement and the tendering process.
- Knowledge of principles of contracting (law and content), procurement and the tendering process
Essential
- Experience of contract, stakeholder & supplier management.
- Evidence of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Experience of working with a wide range of Stakeholder groups.
- Sound knowledge of contract management.
- Experience of setting up / monitoring / management and negotiating contracts
- Experience of activity modelling, forecasting, market analysis and business case appraisal.
- Experience in using online platforms such as Atamis and Advise Inc.
Essential
- Experience of contract, stakeholder & supplier management.
- Evidence of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Experience of working with a wide range of Stakeholder groups.
- Sound knowledge of contract management.
- Experience of setting up / monitoring / management and negotiating contracts
- Experience of activity modelling, forecasting, market analysis and business case appraisal.
- Experience in using online platforms such as Atamis and Advise Inc.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Gate House
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6BP
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Gate House
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6BP
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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