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Description
Contract Manager Location: Bristol
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Role Overview:
We are looking for a Contract Manager to join the team in Bristol. Working alongside the Senior Commercial Manager and Head of Contracts.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Supports Senior Contracts Manager and Head of Contracts with contractual administration tasks
* Prepare NDAs and maintains register
* Assist with administration of compliance with all terms and conditions and supporting schedules of customer contract
* Preparation and negotiation of contract change proposals
* Maintain contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, customer contact information sheets, contractual changes, status reports and other documents for the project.
* Process purchase orders for the company
* Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions
* Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports and price lists
* Work with internal and external stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements
* Assist supply chain in the development of specifications for equipment, materials, and services to be purchased
* Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance
* Reconcile or resolve value discrepancies
* Develop and maintain good working relationships with the customer commercial/contracts team
* Develop and maintain good working relationships with Team Leidos members
* Must be a hands-on team player
* Must have excellent interpersonal communications and problem resolution skills with a collaborative, win-win approach
* Must take an active role in the performance of the contract and proactively working to identify risks, issues and opportunities
* Comprehension of programme technical performance metrics and financial status
* Have excellent written and verbal communications skills
* Knowledge of MOD contracting
* Ability to communicate effectively, both internally, with technical staff, peers, and management as well as externally, with customers, and others
Skills Required:
* Bachelor's degree in business or a related field
* Strong experience as a contracts/commercial officer, including experience on large programmes/contracts employing complex business models and terms and conditions
* Experience in contract administration and negotiations
Desired Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in business or a related field
* Experience managing and negotiating contracts with UK Government or Ministry of Defence
Pre-Screening Requirements: BPSS
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.
Who We Are:
The Logistics Commodities & Services Transformation (LCST) Programme for the UK Ministry of Defence is a critical effort to enhance and improve the UK's defence supply chain.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
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