Contract Officer

Bradford Corporation; Bradford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Council is seeking a Contracts Officer to join the Procurement, Corporate and Strategic Finance Service. Based in Bradford, you will help manage contractual relationships from mobilisation through to exit, ensuring value and benefits are realized across the contract life.

You will contribute to evidence of delivery, use market intelligence, and assist in supplier assessment while supporting inclusive recruitment practices and equal opportunities across the council.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management and governance.
• Understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Strategic Contract Manager to manage contractual relationships and providers through mobilisation, transition, delivery and exit of contracts.
• Support ensuring that contracts include arrangements to enable delivery of benefits and value across the contract life.
• Support evidence of effective delivery, efficient arrangements, market intelligence and supplier assessment.

Job description

The Strategic Contracts and Governance Team focuses on managing corporate contracts, analysing data, ensuring compliance, and procuring goods and services across many category management specialisms for the entire Council. We are looking for a Contracts Officer to join our dedicated team in the Procurement, Corporate and Strategic Finance Service. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in our vibrant and diverse district.

Main responsibilities

• To assist the Strategic Contract Manager to manage contractual relationships and of providers through mobilisation, transition, delivery and exit of contracts
• To provide support and assistance to ensure that all contracts include appropriate arrangements, measures and mechanisms to enable delivery of the benefits and value of contracts throughout the contract life
• Ensure the Council can evidence effective delivery, efficient arrangements, wide market intelligence and active supplier assessment

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.