Contract Management Officer - Custody Services

Contract Management Officer – Custody Services 

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 South Wales Police brings together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe. 

We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to become part of our policing family. 

We are looking for someone to #JoinUs as a Contract Management Officer in our Joint Commercial & Procurement Services Department. Could you be who we are looking for? 

About the team/Department you will be joining: 

• We are seeking an experienced Contract Management professional to join South Wales and Gwent Police Joint Commercial & Procurement Services.
• The Contract Management Officers sit within the Strategic Procurement team, reporting to one of two Procurement Managers.
• You will work closely with a team of Procurement Officers, guiding client leads through complex contract management issues whilst ensuring continuous improvement in this area. 

About the role and your key responsibilities: 

• The successful candidate will be responsible for Custody Services contracts.
• The role’s purpose is to lead the commercial relationship with key suppliers, ensuring that all commercial issues are negotiated effectively to deliver best value, to manage contract reviews and ensure effective contract performance management. 
• The current, primary custody contract is a high value, healthcare contract within our custody suites and a forensic medical service provided by Force Medical Examiners.
• In addition, the role will manage contracts such as clothing and equipment for detainees, laundry services, CCTV, appropriate adult services, custody meals. 

What skills and experience do we need you to bring to the role: 

• To be successful in this role, you will be qualified to CIPS Level 6 or equivalent and have proven ability of leading effective contract performance management, conflict resolution, providing professional advice on technical contract matters and a good knowledge of procurement procedures applicable in the public sector. Please see the role profile for detailed requirements. 

The post-holder will benefit from smarter working policies, with a mixture of home working and working in South Wales Police HQ, with occasional travel to Gwent Police.

This role is suitable for part time/job share workers due to operational requirements. 

The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to MV/SC Vetting. 

Please note, if you are subject to an ongoing PSD investigation, your appointment or placement in the role may be delayed pending an outcome. Whether the role is held open will be considered on a case-by-case basis

There are numerous benefits to working for South Wales Police, from learning and development opportunities to schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, as well as generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes, paid annual leave, flexible working and family friendly policies and many more, click here for more information.

Should you want to have an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Sian Gunner, Procurement Manager sian.gunner@gwent.police.uk 

This role closes on 21st October 2024 – apply today and join Team SWP! 

How to Apply:

We are accepting CVs for this vacancy. Applicants are asked to click the ‘Apply’ link below and progress through the online form before uploading their CV and a personal statement. Applicants are expected to ensure that their CV and personal statement provide detailed evidence including examples of how they meet the essential criteria under Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge in the Role Profile. 

First time applying for a role with South Wales Police? Be sure to read our application guidance for some hints and tips around the application form and what to expect, click here for more information. Please note the successful candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to the required level.