Commercial Manager Solution Delivery – 15236/15487

Comxps Ltd; Kilburn CP; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Comxps Ltd. is seeking a Commercial Manager for Solution Delivery in Kilburn, with three days per week onsite. The role covers end-to-end public sector procurement, contract management and supplier negotiations to achieve value for money on software sourcing.

DBS/CTC eligibility and 6-month contract duration are noted, with multiple procurements to manage. The successful candidate will lead sourcing activities, develop procurement strategies, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of sourcing and procurement in a regulated/public sector.
• Experience in developing and implementing procurement/contract management strategies delivering value for money.
• Proven ability to lead negotiations with suppliers using category strategies.
• Experience in developing contract management plans and handling complex agreements.
• Experience building supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement.
• Ability to prioritise a heavy workload with strong project management.
• Experience influencing stakeholders at all levels and building credibility.
• Evidence of inspirational leadership and capability building.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Procurement Act 2023

Sourcing strategy

Contract management

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Commercial Manager Solution Delivery – 15236/15487

Salary: £To be confirmed on application (our client has asked for this not to be advertised).

Location: Kilburn - 3 days onsite.

Contracting Authority: Government Client
Contract Length: 6 months TBC
Clearance: DBS – must be willing/eligible for CTC/NPPV2

Essential Experience & Skills
Procurement & Commercial Expertise

• Strong public sector procurement experience (essential).
• Solid understanding of the Procurement Act 2023, including:
  • Competitive Flexible Procedures (previously the PCR2015 Restricted Procedure).
  • Experience working with frameworks and end to end sourcing processes.
• Proven track record leading end to end sourcing activities for software procurement.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous procurements (up to four at once).

Essential Criteria
Candidates must submit a curriculum vitae and statement of suitability, both evidencing how they meet the following essential criteria:

• Excellent understanding of sourcing and procurement methodologies, ideally within a regulated or public sector environment.
• Experience of developing and implementing procurement / contract management strategies in collaboration with the business which deliver high quality commercial outcomes and organisational benefits, whilst ensuring value for money.
• Experience of leading a negotiation with suppliers and successfully employing appropriate negotiating techniques based on the category sourcing strategy.
• Experience of developing, delivering and implementing contract management plans, evidencing commercial management and delivery in complex environments.A proven track record and detailed understanding of contract law and contract management processes. Proficient in the composition and interpretation of complex agreements/contracts.
• Experience in developing effective supplier relationships and the ability to resolve issues in performance or variations in supply without the need for legal or contractual recourse, working in partnership to deliver continuous improvement and innovation for all parties including complex performance management and incentivisation mechanisms.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a demanding workload whilst balancing both operationally urgent and important tasks to deliver to deadlines aligned with strong project management capabilities gained through practical professional experience,
• Experience working and effectively influencing stakeholders, projecting personal impact and credibility at all levels of the organisation and the external market, demonstrating an ability to influence, persuade and effectively communicate.
• Evidence of inspirational and inclusive leadership, developing a professional culture and building commercial capability that empowers team members through coaching, mentoring and sharing of expertise/knowledge.

Our dedicated team would be pleased to discuss in more detail how we may be able to help