Supplier & Contract Analyst (Digital Services)

The Guildhall Northampton; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Supplier & Contract Assistant to support the management of around 130 technology contracts, covering software, hardware, cloud and services. The role focuses on accurate records, governance and timely reporting within the DDaT portfolio.

You will work with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders to monitor activity, renewals and performance while contributing to data quality improvements and process enhancements across the contract lifecycle.

Qualifications

• You're an organised and analytical individual who enjoys working with information, solving problems and supporting effective decision-making.
• You’ll have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to work effectively with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in contract administration, supplier management, financial administration, procurement support or a similar business support role would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of supplier, contract and financial information, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with governance requirements.
• Produce reports, analyse information, monitor contract activity and help identify trends, risks and opportunities for informed decision-making.
• Support contract lifecycle activities such as renewals, reviews, procurement exercises and supplier performance monitoring.
• Respond to supplier and contract queries, coordinate meetings and governance activities, maintain documentation and action logs.
• Help ensure contractual obligations are monitored and managed effectively.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen reporting, data quality and processes.

Skills

Organised

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Time management

Job description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Supplier & Contract Assistant to support the management of around 130 technology contracts, covering software, hardware, cloud and services. The role focuses on accurate records, governance and timely reporting within the DDaT portfolio.

You will work with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders to monitor activity, renewals and performance while contributing to data quality improvements and process enhancements across the contract lifecycle.