Summary: The ICT Procurement and Contract Management Lead at Chesterfield Borough Council is responsible for overseeing procurement activities and providing commercial advice while ensuring compliance with regulations. This role involves managing complex contracts and fostering relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in procurement processes. The position requires a proactive individual with a strong background in procurement and contract management, particularly within the public sector. The council emphasizes a customer-focused approach and community engagement in its operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and advising on procurement strategies, market analysis, and route-to-market decisions
• Drafting tender documentation and contracts
• Managing tender evaluations, moderations, and supplier feedback
• Contract mobilisation, performance monitoring, change control, and risk management
• Developing relationships with suppliers, SMEs, and voluntary sector organisations
• Ensuring compliance with procurement regulations including Public Contract Regulations, Social Value Act, Transparency Code, and best value duties

Key Skills:

• Proven track record in procurement and contract management
• Strong influencing, decision-making, and communication skills
• Experience in supplier relationship management
• Public sector experience is desirable
• Ability to work proactively and collaboratively

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Derby

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other