Social Care Commercial Manager

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