Join a Business That's Shaping Better Procurement
At Inprova, we're passionate about helping organisations achieve more through smarter procurement, contract management, and commercial solutions. As a certified B Corp organisation, we're committed to delivering positive outcomes for our customers, communities, people, and planet.
We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Contracts Manager to join our Key Account Management team, supporting customers across the Social Housing and Local Authority sectors.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine strategic account leadership, customer relationship management, procurement expertise, and people leadership in a highly visible role that directly influences customer success and business growth.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and developing a team of Key Account Contracts Managers and Procurement Officers.
- Managing a portfolio of strategic customer accounts and building long-term partnerships.
- Driving customer retention, contract performance, and account growth.
- Leading complex procurement projects, contract mobilisations, and service improvement initiatives.
- Acting as the senior escalation point for commercial, contractual, and operational matters.
- Using market intelligence and performance data to identify opportunities and mitigate risk.
- Supporting the ongoing development of best practice, governance, and operational excellence across the function.
What We're Looking For
We're interested in speaking with procurement and contract management professionals who can demonstrate:
- Strong strategic account or contract management experience
- Leadership experience, including coaching and developing teams
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
- Commercial acumen with a track record of identifying growth opportunities
- Knowledge of public sector procurement and relevant legislation
- Supplier management, negotiation, and contract performance management expertise
- CIPS Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience)
Why Join Inprova?
At Inprova, you'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation, professional development and making a real difference. We champion diversity, promote flexible ways of working and are committed to helping our people succeed and grow.
In return we offer a fantastic benefits package including:
- Income Protection β 75% of salary covered if unable to work due to illness (post-probation).
- Life Assurance β 4x basic salary paid as a tax-free lump sum (post-probation).
- Private Medical Insurance (PMI) β Fully funded cover with family extension options (post-probation).
- Health Cash Plan β Reimbursement for medical expenses & discounted gym membership (post-probation).
- Pension Scheme β 5% employer match with salary exchange option.
- Holiday Trading β Buy or sell up to 5 days annually (available in December).
- Cycle to Work Scheme β Salary sacrifice bike purchases up to Β£1,000 (post-probation).
- Electric Vehicle Scheme β Lease an EV via salary sacrifice (eligible after 12 months).
- Employee Support Services β Access to legal, financial, bereavement, and medical advice (immediate eligibility).
- Exclusive Mobile Deals β Discounted EE contracts for employees & up to 5 friends/family.
- Childcare Voucher Scheme β Support for working parents.
Join our team and be part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to making a meaningful difference for our planet and society.
Senior Contract Manager employer: Inprova
Inprova is an excellent employer for those looking to advance their careers in procurement within a supportive and dynamic consultancy environment. With a focus on compliance and transparency under the new Procurement Act 2023, employees benefit from hands-on experience across diverse projects while enjoying a flexible remote work culture that promotes professional growth and development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in public sector procurement and be part of a team dedicated to delivering value-driven outcomes.