Interim Contract Manager

Michael Page; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected not-for-profit organization based in Reading is seeking an Interim Contract Manager. In this role, you will oversee facilities management contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency while developing procurement strategies. Strong experience in procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management is required. The position offers a competitive day rate of £400-£500, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community for an initial 3-month period with potential for extension.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible working

Impactful projects in the not-for-profit sector

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in facilities management contract management.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes in the not-for-profit sector.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Capability to analyse data and produce clear, actionable reports.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee facilities management contracts to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies in line with organisational objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions to achieve optimal outcomes for the organisation.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand and meet operational needs.
• Provide detailed reports on contract performance and recommend improvements.
• Support the procurement and supply chain department in achieving its goals.

Skills

Facilities management contract management

Procurement

Supply chain processes

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Interim Contract Manager (Reading)

The Interim Contract Manager based in Reading will oversee and manage facilities management contracts within the not‑for‑profit sector. This interim role requires expertise in procurement and supply chain processes ensure efficient and effective contract delivery.

Client Details

The organisation is a respected not‑for‑profit entity based in Reading that specialises in making a meaningful impact in the community. As a medium‑size organisation, it offers a structured work environment with a focus on delivering quality services.

Description

• Manage and oversee facilities management contracts to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies in line with organisational objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions to achieve optimal outcomes for the organisation.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand and meet operational needs.
• Provide detailed reports on contract performance and recommend improvements.
• Support the procurement and supply chain department in achieving its goals.

Profile

• Demonstrable experience in facilities management contract management.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes in the not‑for‑profit sector.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Capability to analyse data and produce clear, actionable reports.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Offer

• A day rate of £400‑£500 depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work within the not‑for‑profit sector on impactful projects.
• Interim role offering flexibility and valuable experience.
• Based in Reading.
• Hybrid working.
• 3‑month contract with potential for extension.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.