Senior Contract Manager Day Rate: £500-£650 per day Location: London Job Type: Hybrid (3 days per week office-based) Vetting Level: CTC We are looking for a Senior Contract Manager to join our client's team and contribute to their transformation. As a Commercial Lead, you will be at the forefront of delivering Commercial Excellence. Day-to-day of the role: Lead on commercial Contract Management for two high-profile, complex, and strategic contracts. Provide a customer-focused service, understanding business needs and stakeholder drivers. Develop and execute category management strategies, leading supplier negotiations where needed. Build close Commercial Business Partnership relationships with colleagues in HR and Business Services functions. Demonstrate leadership across the commercial lifecycle, particularly feeding in learnings and improvements from contract management into sourcing activity. Develop key stakeholder relationships, enabling early engagement and challenging business need and demand. Performance and day-to-day management of a contract manager/sourcing consultant. Deputise for Head of Commercial if required and work within a secure environment on sensitive projects. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience in commercial management and delivery at a senior level in complex and high-value environments. Understanding of Public Contract Regulations and standard sourcing methodologies. Proven track record in contract management processes. Ability to develop effective supplier relationships and deliver continuous improvement and innovation. Strong project management capabilities and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Inspirational and inclusive leadership, with a focus on developing commercial capability within the team. Desirable: Working knowledge of purchasing processes and systems (Purchase-to-Pay), CIPS qualification / IACCM certification (or working towards). Benefits: Competitive day rate. Flexible hybrid working model. Opportunity to contribute to the safety and security of over 9 million Londoners. Excellent career and professional development opportunities. Contact me for more information.