Lead Commercial Manager

On behalf of The Ministry of Justice (MOJ), we are looking for a Lead Commercial Manager (Inside IR35) for a 12 Month Potential extension contract based REMOTELY with ad hoc travel to Leeds or London . The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) priorities include improving public safety and reducing reoffending by reforming prisons, probation and youth justice, and building a justice system which makes access to justice swifter and more certain for all citizens whatever their background. Project professionals in the MoJ help to improve the government’s ability to protect the public and reduce reoffending, and to provide a more effective, transparent and responsive criminal justice system for victims and the public. The Court Funds Office (CFO) provides a statutory banking and investment service for the civil courts in England and Wales, including the Court of Protection, under the Senior Courts Act 1981 and Administration of Justice Act 1982. Its core purpose is to safeguard funds awarded through the courts, ensuring continuity of service for vulnerable clients such as children and individuals lacking capacity. Failure to maintain this service would breach legal obligations and undermine public trust in the justice system. As a Lead Commercial Manager, your main responsibilities will be: Leading end to end sourcing activity including pre-procurement activity, Delivery Model Assessment, OBC development, requirements definition, strategy development, market engagement and producing the invitation to tender pack (including specification, technical and financial evaluation and contract drafting), evaluation, moderation, award letters, final business case. Proficient use of the Jaggaer e-sourcing system. Contract administration of a range of contracts, including developing and managing contract variations and change control and other contract mechanisms; Assuring the pay and performance mechanisms work correctly and validation of contractor performance and assurance of payment applications Leading on collaborative commercial opportunities, working with other government departments Leading conflict and issue resolution with suppliers and stakeholders, seeking support from the Senior Commercial Manager where appropriate Supporting the Senior Commercial Manager and leading on activities which support the development of category management procedures, tools and ways of working Managing communication or escalation of issues from customers. Ensuring compliance with governance, legislative and policy requirements as appropriate Essential: Significant procurement experience using a range of procedures Strong business acumen and ability to show evidence-based decision making Excellent stakeholder management skills Excellent communication (written and oral) and influencing skills Awareness of public sector procurement legislation Experience delivering procurements under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23), including familiarity with the Central Digital Platform, new notice types, and associated procedures. Desirable: A proven track-record delivering contract management in a commercial environment The ability to drive improved outcomes by influencing and developing the market. E-procurement systems experience (Jaggaer)