Senior Contract Manager

Base Location: Madrid, Spain

Salary: Competitive based on skills and experience + benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First available

The role

You will be a pivotal figure in the Procurement & Commercial department supporting the Asset Management (operations) business unit based in Spain, undertaking a strategic role to enhance operational excellence and cost-effectiveness across all contracts and sourcing activities. Join our team to lead and mentor, while driving improvements that matter.

You will

• Lead and mentor a team, providing both direction and inspiration.

• Build and maintain robust relationships with primary suppliers and contractors.

• Collaborate with various managers to optimize commercial and procurement strategies, demonstrating a cost-effective approach.

• Post-contract commercial management including contract management, claims management and management of key supplier relationships.

• Ensure rigorous adherence to safety standards and procedures across all operations.

• Render comprehensive commercial support and ensure compliance with SSE’s stringent procurement and commercial policies.

You have

• Proven ability to maintain comprehensive contractual records and perform compliance audits effectively.

• Experience in managing short and medium to long-term objectives within a dynamic environment.

• Strong negotiation skills particularly noticeable in managing complex international contracts.

• Demonstrated capability in contract management, underpinning the broader strategic objectives of a large organization.

• Robust professional skills including data interpretation, contract drafting, and strategic planning.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

SSE own a portfolio of over 500 property and land assets – power stations, offices, depots and more. Our P&C, Property and FM teams help make sure our portfolio is modern, safe and fit for purpose. They help us get the best service and value from partners, while ensuring suppliers meet compliance, contractual and business obligations.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [email protected] / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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