Senior Contract Manager

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established wholesale organization in Manchester is seeking a Senior Contract Manager to oversee the drafting, negotiation, and management of a variety of B2B commercial contracts. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in contract management and strong negotiation skills. This permanent role offers a competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £80,000, a 10% bonus, and substantial pension contributions, along with opportunities for career advancement within a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% bonus

Matched pension contributions

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Commercial Contract Manager.
• Experience with B2B, supply, product, and sales agreements.
• Confident in advising and working in-house.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate B2B commercial contracts.
• Advise on product, supply, and sales agreements.
• Support stakeholders with risk management.

Skills

B2B negotiation skills

Contract management

Commercial mindedness

Risk management

Job description

Overview

• Senior in-house role with broad commercial exposure
• Competitive £80k salary and long-term stability

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, large-scale wholesale organisation with a strong national presence and a reputation for responsible business practices. Known for investing in their people, they offer a supportive, inclusive culture with a genuine focus on long-term career development, collaboration, and work-life balance. Employees benefit from being part of a values-led organisation that combines commercial success with forward-thinking initiatives.

Job Description

The Senior Contract Manager will be:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of B2B commercial contracts
• Advising on product, supply, and sales agreements across the business
• Supporting stakeholders with commercial risk management and contract strategy
• Managing contract lifecycle processes and improving standard terms
• Working closely with procurement, sales, and senior leadership teams

The Successful Applicant

The Senior Contract Manager should be:

• An experienced Commercial Contract Manager of 5+ years
• Experienced in B2B, supply, product and sales agreements
• Confident working in-house or advising in-house stakeholders
• Commercially minded with strong negotiation skills
• Comfortable managing multiple matters in a fast-moving environment

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £80,000 per annum.
• Bonus 10%.
• Matched pension contributions of 5-10%.
• Opportunity to work within a large organisation in the retail industry.
• Permanent position based in Manchester or Scunthorpe with potential for career growth.