Salary £72,000 per annum + 10% Bonus

Location: Milton Keynes (hybrid: 3 office days / 2 home days). This opportunity also offers a relocation package.

Are you an experienced contract management professional with a strong commercial mindset and a track record in healthcare or diagnostics? We are seeking a confident, motivated Contract Manager to join the Commercial Support Services team at a leading UK diagnostics provider.

About the role:

As Contract Manager, you will play a key role in negotiating and managing commercial contracts, including managed service agreements with NHS customers and partner suppliers. You will support both tender and post-award phases, ensuring contracts are executed accurately and comply with procurement regulations. This is a highly customer-facing role that requires excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external partners.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead contract negotiations and documentation for NHS and private sector agreements.
• Liaise with legal teams and partner suppliers to finalise contracts, including KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations (PCR2015, PA23).
• Monitor contract performance post-implementation, including SLA and KPI compliance.
• Support the sales and business development teams with tender responses, presentations, and competitive dialogue meetings.
• Maintain accurate records in contract management, CRM, and related systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and working practices.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a contract management role within healthcare
• Proven track record in negotiating and delivering commercial contracts with NHS or partner suppliers.
• Strong understanding of Managed Service Contracts and the healthcare market.
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail and commercial acumen.
• Educated to degree level in a life sciences or business-related discipline.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM/SAP/CLMS systems is advantageous.
• Full driving licence required.

Benefits:

Holiday Entitlement 28 days plus (8 days bank holiday), Bonus, Pension, Health Care Insurance (BUPA), Cash Plan (Simplyhealth), Income Protection Insurance, Educational Grant Scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance 6 times the annual salary, Perkbox, Gym membership.