Job Title: Social Care Commercial Manager
Location: Westminster
Rate: £500/day
Role Overview:
Join the Council's Procurement Service to lead complex and high-value tenders, often exceeding EU thresholds. You will play a crucial role in supporting the Council's commercial needs, demonstrating strong commercial awareness and technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead high-value tenders from initiation to contract mobilisation.
- Provide informed advice to commissioners and budget holders.
- Utilize Social Care sector knowledge to understand relevant products/services.
- Collaborate with legal and subject matter experts to develop contracts and KPIs.
- Prepare procurement strategies based on research and findings.
- Drive operational efficiency and improvements.
- Integrate sustainability and social value into the tender process.
- Ensure specifications and outcomes are clearly defined.
- Develop evaluation models for best value and compliance.
- Support contract mobilisation and manage risk throughout the tendering process.
- Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Use e-procurement tools and contribute to their development.
- Foster a competitive environment in procurement activities.
Experience Required:
- Proven experience in Social Care procurement.
- Background in procurement, finance, or commissioning.
- Ability to create technical requirements and specifications across various services.
- Strong understanding of the end-to-end tender process and PCR regulations.
- Skilled in relationship-building with stakeholders and external organizations.
- Experience in structured or project-based environments.
Key Skills:
- Strong delivery and time management skills.
- Excellent communication abilities and report writing skills.
- High commercial acumen and financial literacy.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Key Behaviours:
- Confidence in engaging with various stakeholders.
- Customer-focused with strong empathy and trust-building skills.
- Ability to challenge and influence effectively.
- Flexible, creative, and self-motivated.
Qualifications:
- Graduate degree or equivalent experience, with progress toward CIPS Level 5/6 or similar qualifications.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
This role does not have budgetary responsibilities but involves managing high-risk tenders over £100k, often exceeding £20m, and supervising flexible project teams.