IT Contracts and Supplier Manager

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A well-established public sector organisation based in Leeds is seeking an experienced IT Contracts Manager on a permanent basis to join its growing digital and technology function. This organisation is committed to delivering an outstanding experience for users through innovation, collaboration, and investment in technology services. This role is offered on a 4 days a week basis.

Your new role

Reporting into a senior technology leader,

you will be responsible for managing the full life cycle of IT contracts and supplier agreements, ensuring maximum value, compliance, and service delivery across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include

Managing IT contracts from initiation through to renewal, variation, and termination

Acting as the primary contact for suppliers and contract-related matters

Monitoring supplier performance against KPIs, SLAs, and contractual commitments

Working closely with procurement, legal, finance, and technology teams

Maintaining contract records and governance documentation

Providing commercial and contractual advice to support projects and procurement activities

Identifying opportunities for cost savings, risk mitigation, and service improvement

Leading supplier review meetings and relationship management activities

Producing performance and risk reports for senior stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience managing IT supplier contracts and commercial relationships

Strong contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Experience monitoring supplier performance and managing contractual risk

Knowledge of governance, compliance, and data protection

requirements

Ability to work effectively with technical, procurement, finance, and legal teams

Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skillsExperience within IT contract management, the public sector, or higher education would be highly advantageous.

What you'll get in return

Salary of £38,784 to £42,000 per annum (full-time salary)

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements(1-2 days a week on site per week)

Generous annual leave entitlement

Excellent pension scheme

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

The opportunity to play a key role in shaping supplier and technology strategy within a values-led organisation

What you need to do now

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