Procurement & Contract Manager

<p><strong>Procurement &amp; Contracts Manager needed in Kingston Paying  £38.09 per hr ref 1755610</strong></p> <p><strong>Full time hours on a temporary basis</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Manage and oversee contractual arrangements with service providers and contractors.</strong></li> <li><strong>Lead procurement exercises in accordance with public sector procurement regulations and council procedures.</strong></li> <li><strong>Monitor contractor performance, service delivery, KPIs, and contractual compliance.</strong></li> <li><strong>Provide commercial and contractual advice to stakeholders across the organisation.</strong></li> <li><strong>Review and challenge service charge costs to ensure accuracy, transparency, and value for money.</strong></li> <li><strong>Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.</strong></li> <li><strong>Identify risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.</strong></li> <li><strong>Ensure contract documentation, governance, and reporting requirements are maintained.</strong></li> <li><strong>Support the mobilisation, variation, extension, and renewal of contracts where required.</strong></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. </p> <p>Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.</p> <p>All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared</p>