Contracts Manager

National Care Group Limited; Daventry; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading adult social care provider in Daventry is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee procurement and ensure effective contract management. The ideal candidate will have MCIPS membership, proven experience in public sector procurement, and strong analytical skills. This role offers the opportunity to influence key commercial decisions and contribute to strategic growth in a purpose-driven organization.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Leadership development programs

Access to Professional Qualifications

Wellbeing support

Continuous staff reward schemes

Access to discount platforms

Money savings scheme

Access to trained mental health first aiders

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within adult social care.
• Strong analytical skills to support strategic decision-making.
• Excellent written communication for tender responses and marketing support.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement portals and lead on tender submissions.
• Oversee contract review and management across Local Authority and NHS relationships.
• Develop and monitor Service Level Agreements with Housing Partners.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Analytical skills

Contracts interpretation

Communication skills

Negotiation

Education

MCIPS membership (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Contract Manager – Location: Daventry. Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum based on experience. Contract Type: Permanent.

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autism and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services. This role offers the chance to shape commercial strategy, influence service development, and make a real impact on people’s lives.

• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Leadership development programs to support your career development
• Access to Professional Qualifications
• A range of different wellbeing support through our health and wellbeing platform
• Continuous staff reward schemes: Outstanding Achievement Award and NCG Annual Awards
• Stream
• Access to discount platforms
• Money savings scheme
• Access to trained mental health first aiders

The Contract Manager Role

Are you a strategic thinker with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for public sector procurement? Join National Care Group as a Contract Manager and help shape the future of our commercial operations.

In this pivotal role, you’ll work closely with our Chief Commercial Officer to ensure our contractual arrangements support sustainable growth, deliver best value, and protect the commercial interests of National Care Group.

About The Role

• Manage procurement portals and lead on tender submissions.
• Oversee contract review and management across Local Authority and NHS relationships.
• Develop and monitor Service Level Agreements with Housing Partners.
• Support the implementation of purchasing and supply processes across NCG.
• Lead on fee setting, negotiation, and value assurance.
• Advise on commissioner positioning, sustainability, and risk mitigation.
• Drive strategic growth through contracting opportunities and engagement with provider events and procurement platforms.
• Manage annual contract reviews and fee renegotiations based on cost pressures and market intelligence.
• Ensure Housing Partners meet obligations and protect NCG’s commercial interests.

About You

• Must hold MCIPS membership (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply). Or equivalent.
• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within adult social care.
• Strong analytical skills to support strategic decision-making.
• Excellent written communication for tender responses and marketing support.
• Ability to self-manage, prioritise, and meet deadlines.
• Confident communicator and influencer with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skilled in reviewing and interpreting contractual documentation.

Why Join National Care Group

You’ll be part of a values-driven organisation committed to making a difference. This role offers the opportunity to influence key commercial decisions, contribute to strategic growth, and work across a diverse and dynamic portfolio.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We invite you to apply anyway!

At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!