Procurement and Contracts Manager

Your new company The organisation will bring together thousands of athletes and officials from across the Commonwealth, with a focus on delivering a world-class celebration culture. Your new role As Project and Contracts Manager, you will lead the delivery and management of contracts associated with the planning. This includes overseeing a diverse portfolio of suppliers, creative partners, and cultural activations, ensuring all contracted services and programmes are delivered to a world-class standard. You'll be at the heart of planning and delivering immersive experiences for athletes, spectators, and the wider community, from the Opening Ceremony to athlete celebrations. The role reports directly to the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in contract management and project deliveryStrong understanding of event experience components such as entertainment, cultural activations, and stakeholder servicesExcellent negotiation, contract, and vendor management skillsHighly developed communication and interpersonal skillsExceptional stakeholder management and influencing abilitiesAbility to work under pressure and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environmentProficiency in project management tools and contract tracking systemsKnowledge of relevant legal and procurement frameworksStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesProject management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) is desirable.Experience in major events, sport, sponsorship, or entertainment contexts is advantageous.Personal qualities such as being self-motivated, proactive, resilient, reliable, and a natural communicatorWhat you'll get in return The opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the most exciting projects in global sportA chance to shape unforgettable moments for athletes, spectators, and communitiesInvolvement in a high-profile, collaborative, and creative environmentFlexible working options available What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk