Job Description

James Stevens Associates are delighted to be working with a Public Sector organisation based in Essex that are now looking for x2 Contracts & Procurement Officers.

Contracts & Procurement Officer

Contract: 2 year fixed term x2 Positions available

Salary £35,745

What you will be doing.

* Ensure performance reports are completed in a timely manner (min 2 years).

* Lead, manage and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure obligations, processes and deliverables are being met (min 2 years).

* Manage the contract change processes and contract negotiations (min 2 years).

* Be involved in contract procurement processes.

* Act as the point of contact for contract administration purposes.

* Experienced in analysing and interpreting complex datasets relating to performance.

* Ensure any risks around the contracts are understood, articulated and escalated.

* Ensure live contracts remain current with best practice and continual improvement.

What’s essential.

* Previous experience of managing contracts in relation to service delivery, key performance indicators, health and safety, asset maintenance and data returns.

* Understanding and experience of the big 6, with a minimum comprehensive understanding of at least 2 areas.

* Ability to compile clear and concise technical and non-technical reports for a variety of stakeholders.

* Experience of working effectively as part of a team.

* Demonstrable experience of building relationships with and working effectively with contracted suppliers of services.

* Demonstrable experience in contract procurement processes.

* Proven experience in 365 including Excel, Word and PowerPoint and demonstrable ability to manage data using digital solutions.

* A customer-focused approach.

* Pro-active & collaborative in approach to work.

* Methodical approach to auditing processes, procedures and practices.

Benefits:

* Flexible working hours under the Flexi-time scheme

* Leisure Facilities

* Free on-site car parking is currently available for employees at all of the Council’s places of work.

* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

* Eye Test

* Post Entry Training

* Opportunities are available to all employees to undertake appropriate courses of study and

* training

* Professional Subscription

* Discounts and cashback deals for major retailers including supermarkets and high street stores