Procurement Contracts Manager
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Procurement Contracts Manager Hays working for your tomorrow We’re on a journey as a global business to build the technology of tomorrow and continue to lead from the front across our industry. We want to redefine and reshape our technology strategy in the face of a rapidly evolving digital world, looking at new ways to leverage AI and innovative technology. Our vision is to create a more integrated and product-led organisation, designing holistic global technology solutions that enable us to continually improve the way we deliver our services, both internally and externally. The role With the acceleration of digital technologies, diverse procurement requirements are becoming an essential need to support and enable rapidly evolving digital business objectives. The Technology Procurement Contracts Manager is a key player in the team, driving maximum value out of our supplier relationships. The Technology Procurement function at Hays is a newly established function with an ambitious road-map, which will provide an exciting challenge to any prospective candidate. This opportunity offers a frontline role to support our Technology transformation efforts and will intervene across all Technology sub-categories. What you will need to succeed Excellent interpersonal communications and presentation skills. Ability to interact at all levels, including with senior executives; Highly efficient, with the energy and tenacity to see work through to completion, ensuring deadlines are met at all times; Copes well with pressure and with appropriate organisational skills to manage a diverse range of tasks. Is analytical and process-oriented; A team player with great people skills who can effectively and efficiently collaborate and build relationships; Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment with cross-functional teams; Able to pitch own ideas using data-driven or value-based arguments Able to develop frameworks and engage stakeholders Anticipates and mitigates risk Good listener, organised, rigorous Unquestionable ethics and the desire to always do the right thing A bachelor's degree in business or other management discipline, such as supply chain management. An advanced business degree is desired or a bachelor's degree in engineering or IT, and certification by purchasing and supply chain professional bodies, such as the Institute of Supply Management (ISM) or the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) is a plus; Keen understanding of contract terms, SLAs and industry unique commercial terms. Comfortable working with complex contracts and running formal governance mechanisms to track performance (KPIs); monitor credits (if applicable) and drive continuous improvement; Excellent analytical abilities with proficiency in data analysis and market research. Ability to clearly interpret findings from data; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications (highly proficient in Excel) and Sourcing/Procurement solutions for e-sourcing, spend analytics, contract lifecycle management (CLM), market intelligence and Procure-to-Pay (P2P); Broad knowledge and understanding of Technology operating models, best practice, and the application of enterprise strategies to meet business needs 5 years of relevant experience in a Contracts Manager role in the Technology space Previous experience of building an SRM strategy, ‘from scratch’ Other functional experience in IT is a plus Knowledge and use of contract lifecycle management tools What You will get in Return The opportunity to make a seismic impact and help enable the business through the delivery of effective digital solutions. The opportunity to work in a business that values people at the heart of what they do and creates a support and inclusive environment to enable you to flourish. The reward and benefits associated with this role will be competitive to the market and experience of the successful candidate. Culture built on rewarding success and the opportunity to influence your earning potential Best technology in the industry and a renowned training programme to support success and drive rapid career progression and ongoing development Flexible hybrid working patterns Opportunity to take your career globally Incentives and rewards to recognise performance both locally, regionally and nationally Broad range of employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits Referral bonus scheme Community of internal support networks. Paid volunteering days for all employees under our Working for Your Tomorrow Initiative. Life at Hays presents the opportunity for growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity. As a committed Disability Confident employer, if you’re thinking of a new tomorrow for your career, whatever your background, let’s work together to create it At Hays, we share a passion for creating a culture of opportunities for our people to flourish and succeed, whatever your background. We know that diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach, which encourages those experiences and views to be heard, is great for business and therefore your career.
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