Commercial Specialist (Internal Applicants Only)

PLEASE NOTE THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall

Salary: 49221 - 53826 per annum (pay award pending)

Working Hours:37hrs - 7.4 hrs a day 5 days a week

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 13th May 2026

Interview Date(s): week commencing the 18th May 2026

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference

Do you want a job where no two days are the same

About the Role

About You

To apply for this post you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:

Hold a degree or equivalent professional qualification (MCIPS) or other relevant commercial/professional qualification and have evidence of continuing professional development.

Have extensive experience of procurement at an influential level in a large complex organisation and have extensive sourcing and/or contract management experience relevant to category/s. This will include experience of developing and implementing a category management approach and having knowledge of the the supply market specifications cost drivers and the relevant regulatory environments.

Have a proven track record of leading high-value complex sourcing activity through the full procurement lifecycle including market engagement and supplier management and successfully engaging with a range of stakeholders partner bodies building effective working relationships and promoting organisational reputation and interests.

Have knowledge and understanding of fundamental contract law and the relevant procurement legislation and key national policy drivers (including EU Procurement Directives Public Contract Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023).

Experience of managing and delivering successfully a number of projects simultaneously and delivering to deadlines whilst being innovative and creative with ability to think through complex issues/problems to reach successful conclusions.

Be able to communicate clearly at all levels (verbally and in writing) and negotiate effectively to achieve desired outcomes with evidence of the successful management of strategic commercial relationships to ensure positive provider performance to improve value for money and achieve service outcomes.

Experience of implementing organisational and cultural change and effective working with staff and other stakeholders within a customer focused environment.

In addition we also expect you to shareour commitment to our valuesand to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a are aDisability Confident Employer.

For more information or an informal discussionplease contact:

Rosie ODoherty - Senior Commercial Specialist (Place)

Telephone:

Email:

How to Apply

At Leicestershire County Council were looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are wherever youre from and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation not just whats on your CV. Thats why weve designed a recruitment process thats fair accessible and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire wed love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the About You section above. Without this information we wont be able to assess your suitability for the role and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement see the How to Applysection on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

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