Procurement & Contract Manager

Essential criteria

Knowledge and experience of Local Authority Procurement, including reporting to Committee on award of contract

Track record of successful contract management with a range of existing suppliers

Subject matter expert in tenanted fixed service charges including formerly sheltered housing schemes, able to calculate and forecast future expenditure in line with best practice.

Able to estimate service charges for new build schemes within and outside of the HRA

Able to build rapport and respond to Member Enquiries and first stage complaints from residents.

Knowledge of health & safety relating to contracts

Able to work at pace on a range of priorities to fulfill requirements.

Desirable criteria

Experience of setting up and coaching a group of engaged residents to oversee grounds maintenance contracts.

Knowledge of using NEC and Housemark photobook IT software systems