Senior Commissioning Manager

2 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL Full time
Job Title: Lead Commissioning Manager

Birmingham City Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Commissioning Manager to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, driving the development and management of a robust commissioning framework across the IT and Data category.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on the overall procurement approach, identifying savings and opportunities for delivering value for money. They will play a direct role in shaping the strategic direction of the procurement function, overseeing the delivery of all procurement, both below and above threshold. The Lead Commissioning Manager will also be responsible for the development of tender documentation and oversight of all contracts across the digital, data and technology categories.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and manage a robust commissioning framework across the IT and Data category
  • Advise on the overall procurement approach and identify opportunities for delivering value for money
  • Oversee the delivery of all procurement, both below and above threshold
  • Develop tender documentation and oversee all contracts across the digital, data and technology categories
  • Embed procurement best practice, including compliance, mitigation of commercial and operational risk, and e-procurement system management
Requirements
  • Considerable experience and detailed knowledge of procurement and commissioning management, as well as policy development and implementation
  • Exceptional IT category and commercial knowledge and experience, with a proven track record of managing complex procurements
  • Public Sector exposure, including experience of working within the Public Sector and/or Local Authorities
  • CIPS or MCIPS qualifications or equivalent experience
  • Significant knowledge of Public Sector business processes and Procurement governance
  • Strong Leadership and Team Management skills, with the ability to motivate a team and create a positive working environment
About Birmingham City Council

Birmingham City Council is a dynamic and innovative organization, committed to delivering high-quality services to its citizens. The Council is embarking on a transformative journey towards establishing itself as a truly data-driven organization, with unprecedented investment in people and technology. This is an exciting time to join the Council, with opportunities to work on a wide range of projects and initiatives that will shape the future of the city.

The IT commissioning team works closely with the multidisciplinary Digital and Technology Services department, contributing to the transformation of public services for the UK's second-largest city. They work across a multitude of areas, including hardware, software, infrastructure, and networking, supporting the DTS team in procuring resources that ultimately allow the Council to deliver essential services across over 1.2 million residents.

The Council is embracing and promoting a truly digital, human-centered approach for the whole organization, underpinned by collaboration, openness, and innovation. This bodes well for the procurement side of things, promising a dynamic and exciting environment for the right candidate.



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