We are Hestia. We make a difference.At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering anequitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range ofservices, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, MentalHealth & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. Our mission is to empowerindividuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence.The area you will work in….Our team provides advice to enable Hestia to meet its legal requirements interms of regulatory compliance. We also provide contract advice across theorganisation regarding corporate contracts and approved suppliers, managingcorporate contracts to ensure that Hestia achieves value for money and meetsour other policy objectives.The postholder will provide supplier advice and information to enable Hestiasresponses to tenders and service monitoring.A day in this role looks like….As a Contracts Manager* at Hestia, you will play a crucial role in ourCentral Services team. Your contributions will directly influence the lives ofour service users, guiding them towards a path of empowerment andindependence.A day will never look the same and some of the things you can expect to doberesponsible for are: To provide advice to enable Hestia to meet its legal requirements in terms of regulatory compliance. To provide contract advice across the organisation regarding corporate contracts and approved suppliers. To let and manage corporate contracts to ensure that Hestia achieves value for money and meets our other policy objectives. To provide supplier advice and information to enable Hestias responses to tenders and service monitoring. To assist Contracts and Procurement manager in the letting and management of corporate contracts. To represent Hestia at external meetings in relation to contract and approved supplier matters. To represent Hestia in relation to letting and management of corporate contracts and approved suppliers as directed by Contracts and Procurement manager. Ensure that Hestia is compliant with current all legislation relating to contracts and services procured by Hestia. Drafting the development of comprehensive procurement specifications in conjunction with Operational staff, consultants, contractors and other agents. Responsible for the programme of internal monitoring and audit of Approved Suppliers and Compliance obligations, identifying any recurring issues, contractor performance etc. offering solutions, escalating to senior management as required. Compiling information regarding performance of suppliers for reporting to senior management. Formally responding to contract queries from managers, advising managers on areas of overspend or incorrect use of resources. Developing Hestias Procurement System, including but not limited to; policy updates, overseeing and review of risk and audits. Liaison with new and established Approved Contractors for the provision of competent, safe and cost effective goods and services. * Maintaining an up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice.Why Hestia?*Joining Hestia means more than just a job; its an opportunity to be part ofsomething bigger. We offer a supportive, inclusive and resolution driven workenvironment where your contributions are recognised and valued. As a member ofour team, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionallywhile making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise,and dedication to the table. To excel in this role, you should possess: A positive can-do attitude. the ability to think laterally to resolve challenges. a willingness to think strategically. the ability to communicate complex issues simply and quickly. High level knowledge and understanding of procurement legislation, practice and experience of managing complex contracts. Educated to degree level or equivalent with at least three years experience in Contracts management in a multi-site environment. Experience of drafting policy documents. Ability to work alone or as part of a team overcome difficulties and work to tight deadlines. Experience of providing advice and reports to Board level. Experience in carrying out performance audits of complex contacts. Experience of project management for high value contracts. Experience in developing detailed service specifications, KPIs, SLAs and evaluation matrices. Ability to liaise with external professionals, to analyse and interpret complex information and to produce and present clear reports verbally and in writing to inform and develop procurement standards and protocols. Ability to push through barriers to get the job done to a high standard. Self-motivated, able to manage time effectively, working independently. Ability to develop policy, promote a quality culture and encourage commitment to using procurement as a smart business tool. Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and InclusionOur services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire greatpeople from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We arecommitted to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce andvalue the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people andcommunities bring to our organisation.We are a disability confident employerHestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to theemployment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer aguaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet theminimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also providereasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, andthroughout your employment with us.Safeguarding StatementHestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults,children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expectall staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertakeinternal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment withHestia.We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a highvolume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date.We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensuretheir application is considered.
