Commissioning and Contracts Manager (Redeployment 22303)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX. Hybrid working.
• Salary: 48163per annum.
• Hours: 37 flexible working options available.
• Contract: Permanent

Were passionate about improving the future and lives of the people we support supporting and empowering them to live independently and enjoy ordinary fulfilling lives within their communities. If you share that passion join us as a Commissioning and Contracts Managerin our Strategic Commissioning and Contracts Team. Your innovation ambition and commitment will help shape meaningful change continually improving the way we work. With the support and opportunities we offer youll make a real difference and leave a positive lasting legacy.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

Were looking for a proactive Commissioning and Contracts Manager to drive smarter more efficient services. Youll optimise contracts analyse thirdparty spend and shape future service models to ensure our commissioning approach is sustainable and aligned with strategic priorities. Working closely with colleagues and partners youll use insight data and creativity to support transformation and improve outcomes for communities.

In this role you will:

• Improve and optimise contracts to strengthen value and service quality.
• Analyse and manage thirdparty spend to ensure accountability and sustainability.
• Model services to reflect strategic priorities and commissioning intentions.
• Work collaboratively across programmes providing challenge insight and support.
• Use performance data to inform decisions and strengthen outcomes.
• Promote continuous improvement and encourage agile smarter commissioning.

Day to day you may:

• Identify trends and opportunities through contract analysis.
• Lead discussions with providers on performance quality and innovation.
• Collaborate with engaged colleagues across teams.
• Influence meaningful change that impacts peoples lives.

You will need

• Relevant commissioning and contract management experience supported by study or practical expertise.
• A collaborative creative and coproductive mindset bringing ideas curiosity and problemsolving skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic ability using data financial insight and bigpicture thinking to inform decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationshipbuilding skills influencing and working effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• A resilient improvementfocused approach taking ownership delivering quality work and driving continuous improvement.

We are genuinely excited about welcoming someone into this role who wants to make a real difference. If you love solving complex challenges working with great people and driving smarter commissioning youll thrive here. Were ready to support you champion your growth and celebrate the impact you make.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

• We play a key role in shaping adult social care services across Suffolk. Our purpose is simple: to ensure services are well-designed sustainable and meet real needs.
• We work closely with providers social work teams health partners and communities to co-produce solutions that help people live more independently safely and with dignity.
• Our culture is collaborative and supportive - we share ideas celebrate wins and tackle challenges together. We are agile and responsive always adapting to the needs of the market and those we serve.
• We practice hybrid working with most of us in the office on two days each week to connect face-to-face while enjoying remote flexibility.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Amy Rowntree for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing .

How to apply

Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementindicatinghow you meet each of the criteria in the Person Profile sectionof theJPP.

• You should use theSupporting Statement template.
• Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to applyIf you are disabled and/or haveadditionalsupport needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator.

You can find examples ofpossible adjustmentsonourReasonable Adjustment pages. Ifyoureinvited to the next stageyoullhave another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30pm 26 February 2026

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.#LI-Hybrid