Commercial Contracts Manager

Duration - 12 Months

Location - Warwick / Remote

Summary

My high-profile Utilities client is looking for a Commercial Contracts Manager to join their team Based at their Warwick offices (2 days a month on site) on an initial 12-month contract with chance of extensions.

Our client, a leading company in the utilities industry, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Commercial Contracts Manager to join their team. As the Commercial Contracts Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing the end-to-end contractual life cycle and supplier relationships. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract position.

Responsibilities:

• Shape the commercial contracting strategy for our client's interconnectors business.
• Act as the key commercial contact for the HVDC Engineering Team, providing support and best practises in Contract Management.
• Support the development of contract management maturity and improvement across the supply chain.
• Conduct audits of the supply chain to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage the business budget, including risk and contingencies across projects.
• Serve as the lead commercial representative on spot tenders or framework awards for HVDC Engineering.
• Ensure contract compliance and provide assurance and training to the HVDC Engineering team.
• Provide quality assurance of contracts and deliver cost evaluation pre-contract.
• Offer independent reviews and advice on complex variations, as well as support the process of escalation and dispute avoidance/resolution.
• Provide support and data to the HVDC Engineering Team for board and regulatory reporting requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in contract management in a construction and/or operational environment, including warranty management.
• Strong commercial acumen and supply chain management skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook).

Desired Skills:

• Basic understanding or appreciation of Coupa and/or other invoicing and payment systems.
• Understanding or appreciation of FastDraft and/or other contract management systems.

Please note that not meeting every requirement should not deter you from applying as our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you believe you can excel in this role despite not meeting every qualification, we encourage you to submit your application.

Our client values work-life balance and offers flexibility in working patterns. The office requires your presence for two days per week, with room for discussion regarding additional flexibility.

If you are passionate about the utilities industry and want to be part of a company driving the UK's transition to a net-zero energy future, then this is the opportunity for you!

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter by insert deadline . Interviews for this role are scheduled to take place on the week commencing 4th November.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive and authentic workplace for all individuals.

Note: This job description represents a summary of the typical functions of the role and is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined above and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.