Hybrid Contract Manager — Value, Delivery & Compliance

Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension 28.97%

25 days annual leave (plus increases)

8 Bank Holidays + Privilege Day

Staff discount portal

Career development and professional-资格

Diversity and inclusion

Employee Assistance Programme (24-hour

Flexible working options

Job summary

Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee supplier contracts and commercial agreements across the Digital, Information and Security (DIS) directorate. You will ensure value for money, monitor performance and manage commercial risks, reporting to the Senior Business Manager.

You will support procurement activity, financial oversight and business planning, using data to inform decisions and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Robust knowledge of contract management and commercial principles.
• Experience writing procurement specifications and coordinating tender evaluations.
• Proven ability to identify and deliver value for money through strategic and robust contract management.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and negotiate with senior stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and handling of confidential information.
• Ability to gather data and insights to inform complex decisions.

Responsibilities

• Managing a complex/high-value caseload of supplier contracts across DIS, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Monitoring contract performance, service delivery and financial spend against terms.
• Tracking supplier performance, KPIs and deliverables; lead monthly reviews with supplier and contract owners.
• Acting as primary point of contact for suppliers on contract matters; build effective relationships.
• Support the Senior Business Manager with supplier payments, contract variations and financial commitments.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial principles

Stakeholder management

Procurement specifications

Tender evaluation

Value for money

Education

CMCP Practitioner level

Job description

Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee supplier contracts and commercial agreements across the Digital, Information and Security (DIS) directorate. You will ensure value for money, monitor performance and manage commercial risks, reporting to the Senior Business Manager.

You will support procurement activity, financial oversight and business planning, using data to inform decisions and drive improvements.