Procurement & Contracts Lead: AI-Driven Digital Transformation

Michael Page; West Kirby; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Contracts Officer for a large scale central government organisation based in Liverpool. The role combines contract management, supplier engagement, process improvement and digital transformation to modernise procurement operations through automation and AI-enabled solutions.

The position involves managing supplier contracts throughout the lifecycle, monitoring performance, building relationships, overseeing invoice management and ensuring compliance with public

Qualifications

• Experience managing supplier contracts and contract performance throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Strong supplier relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to improve processes and implement operational efficiencies.
• Experience working within procurement, commercial, contract management or operational environments.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience using digital systems and technology to improve business processes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier contracts, ensuring effective administration, performance monitoring and service delivery.
• Monitor contractual compliance, KPIs, SLAs, risks and supplier obligations.
• Build strong supplier relationships, resolving issues and driving continuous improvement.
• Oversee invoice management, commercial governance and contract performance reporting.
• Support compliant procurement activity across GCA and wider government departments.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, procurement data and audit trails.
• Monitor procurement workflows and assessment pipelines to ensure SLA targets are met.
• Manage supplier communications throughout procurement and compliance processes.
• Ensure compliance with public procurement regulations and the Procurement Act 2023.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities and operational efficiencies.
• Support AI-driven solutions, digital transformation initiatives and the adoption of new procurement technologies.

Skills

Contract management

Supplier relationship

Process improvement

Digital systems

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Contracts Officer for a large scale central government organisation based in Liverpool. The role combines contract management, supplier engagement, process improvement and digital transformation to modernise procurement operations through automation and AI-enabled solutions.

The position involves managing supplier contracts throughout the lifecycle, monitoring performance, building relationships, overseeing invoice management and ensuring compliance with public