Contract Specialist - homebased

Vantive; Newbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical equipment manufacturing company seeks a Tender Management Specialist to oversee the operational tender process and pricing management. The role involves collaborating with commercial teams, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with procurement laws, all while contributing to the mission of improving patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience managing the tender process.

Responsibilities

• Manage documentation for tenders and coordinate activities.
• Identify discrepancies related to public procurements.
• Own the pricing management process and support teams.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Process-driven mindset

Education

Degree in Economics or Finance

CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations

Job description

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Summary

The role holder is responsible for the operational tender process and pricing management of Vantive products and services, collaborating with the Commercial and Functional Teams.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage documentation for tenders and coordinate activities with the Commercial teams to ensure timely and compliant submissions.
• Gather and collate key internal and external business information required for tender submissions.
• Identify discrepancies related to public procurements in line with competition criteria and local procurement laws, escalating issues as necessary.
• Manage commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, including contract prolongations, and inform relevant teams.
• Optimize internal CRM systems to enhance efficiency and output in tender and contract processes.
• Support Commercial teams in creating quotes, pricing activities, and contract terms.
• Own the pricing management process, including system administration and supporting teams with price adjustments and disputes.
• Conduct inductions and training for stakeholders on the tender and pricing processes.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

• A degree in Economics or Finance is advantageous.
• Working towards or holding a CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations.

Skills

• Strong administrative skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Process-driven mindset.

Experience

• Proven experience managing the tender process, preferably within the healthcare or NHS sectors.
• Experience applying project management practices.
• Experience using CRM systems is advantageous.
• Experience delivering presentations to diverse audiences.

Knowledge

• Good understanding of tender management best practices.
• Basic knowledge of UK and Ireland procurement laws.

Job Requirements

• This is a home-based role with travel to UK office locations as needed.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing