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    Contracts Manager - Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom - SSE

    SSE
    SSE Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

    About the Role

    Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.

    Salary: £47,600- £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

    Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

    A new Contracts Manager role has been created within SSE's Procurement and Commercial function. We are seeking an experienced professional to work within our Corporate category team and lead / coordinate the management of our key 'managed service provider (MSP) for MRO Consumables and the associated supply chains.

    The role will work across a number of different business areas and you will be expected to have a broad knowledge of MRO or MSP solutions and have experience of managing group-wide supply agreements. We will be looking for you to hit the ground running and be able to implement and manage our strategic MRO solution and associated supplier contracts that support the wider Group requirements.

    As Contracts Manager, you will be:

    • Required to actively manage specific suppliers and contracts in order to drive service delivery, manage risk/ compliance and deliver ongoing financial and non-financial benefits through continuous improvement, cost reduction and supplier innovation
    • Responsible for delivering an effective supplier relationship management structure between the MRO solution and key business stakeholders
    • Ensure that the actual service delivery standards are in accordance with the agreed Contract/Services Schedule and that all parties are working to reduce risk and improve sustainability in terms of improving the quality and reliability of the supply chain
    • Responsible for monitoring and reporting on key metrics/ KPI's and providing updates on performance, as well as providing additional insight and commentary as required
    • The key contact for managing first line enquiries/ escalations from the MRO solution provider and business stakeholders and will act as an escalation point for service issues and dispute resolution.

    What do I need?

    To be successful in applying for this role, you will need:

    • Experience in developing close working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders so as to ensure delivery standards, ensure compliance, reduce risk, improve efficiency & sustainability and the quality/ reliability of the overall supply chain.
    • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with an ability to influence and secure commitment from all stakeholders, plus the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, be flexible and quickly adapt to changing priorities.
    • A sound understanding and direct experience of either delivering an MRO programme to an end client or working client side to manage an MSP and/ or end-to-end MRO supply model or a track record of managing strategic/ high value, complex contracts with multiple stakeholders across different sectors
    • A strong commercial awareness in line with cost/ budget management and a clear appreciation of contractual and legislative risk.
    • To have excellent communications (written and oral) skills, be highly numerate with experience of managing and interpreting numerical data. You will be expected to have appropriate IT skills, including Word, Excel, Power Point and ERP/ Contract Management systems.

    Overall, we are looking for a self motivated and enthusiastic team player, who is comfortable communicating at all levels and is a confident decision maker who can challenge the norm, think creatively and see things through to a conclusion.

    This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to take their career to the next level, help deliver a major change in terms of we manage the contingent labour requirements across the SSE Group and to work within a procurement function that is working towards becoming 'world class'.

    About our Business

    At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

    What's in it for you?

    We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

    As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

    What happens now?

    All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

    If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact /

    EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

    INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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