Engineering Contract Manager

Sofina Foods Europe; Malton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods Europe is seeking an Engineering Contracts Manager to source, negotiate and manage engineering goods and services, delivering maximum value across the business. You will work with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Operations and Legal to oversee the full contract lifecycle and build strong supplier partnerships.

Candidates will have experience in contract management within engineering/manufacturing, be strong negotiators, and able to drive governance, risk control and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in contract, procurement or commercial management within engineering/manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and commercial awareness.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships, governance and risk.

Responsibilities

• Managing full lifecycle of engineering service and supply contracts.
• Negotiating new contracts, renewals and supplier agreements.
• Leading tendering, RFQ and competitive bidding processes.
• Building relationships with strategic engineering suppliers.
• Monitoring supplier performance via SLAs and KPIs; driving CI.
• Managing contractual risks, variations and disputes.
• Producing supplier performance reports for decision-making.
• Collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Finance and Legal.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Contract governance

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

MCIPS

Procurement/Supply Chain degree

Job description

Drive strategic supplier partnerships that keep engineering operations moving and deliver real commercial value.

Role Overview

Our new Engineering Contracts Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring engineering goods and services are sourced, negotiated and managed to deliver maximum value across the business. Working closely with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Operations and Legal teams, you'll oversee the full contract lifecycle while developing strong supplier partnerships that support both day-to-day operations and major capital projects.

Whether your background is in Engineering Procurement, Commercial Management, Supplier Relationship Management or Strategic Sourcing, this is an opportunity to influence business performance through effective contract governance, commercial negotiation and continuous supplier improvement.

You will be required to travel across our estate so a car and driving licence is required

Key Duties

• Managing the full lifecycle of engineering service and supply contracts.
• Negotiating new contracts, renewals and supplier agreements to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Leading tendering, RFQ and competitive bidding processes.
• Building and developing strong relationships with strategic engineering suppliers.
• Monitoring supplier performance through agreed SLAs and KPIs, driving continuous improvement.
• Managing contractual risks, variations and commercial disputes.
• Producing supplier performance and governance reports to support business decision-making.
• Working collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, Finance and Legal teams to support operational and capital project requirements.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in contract, procurement or commercial management within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• A confident negotiator with strong commercial awareness.
• Skilled at managing supplier relationships and performance.
• Comfortable working with contracts, governance and commercial risk.
• An excellent communicator who can build effective relationships across multiple stakeholders.
• Analytical with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise multiple projects and contract activities simultaneously.
• MCIPS qualified (or working towards qualification) or hold a relevant Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering or Business qualification (desirable).
• You will be required to travel across our estate so a car and driving licence is required

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a business where your commercial expertise will have a direct impact on operational performance and long-term supplier strategy. You'll work alongside experienced engineering and procurement professionals, influencing key business decisions while helping deliver continuous improvement across a complex manufacturing environment.

If you enjoy building supplier partnerships, negotiating value-driven agreements and making a measurable commercial impact, this role offers the opportunity to develop your career within a growing and supportive business.

About Sofina

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation

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