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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Derby

Requirements

  • - Experience in managing supplier relationships and contracts
  • - Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management
  • - Proven ability to manage complex, high-value contracts
  • - Experience in procurement and risk management
  • - Knowledge of digital and data services
  • - Ability to develop and manage KPIs
  • - Strong stakeholder management skills
  • - Excellent analytical skills for contract performance
  • - Understanding of legal and regulatory compliance related to contracts
  • - Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • - Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • - Experience in managing contracts with third-party vendors

Responsibilities

  • - Strategically manage the diverse portfolio of digital contracts that provide the support and maintenance for UHDB's technical and network services, applications and systems, and hardware.
  • - Work with our senior leadership team to ensure that the services are deployed effectively and supportive of new and emerging business requirements.
  • - Manage the entire lifecycle of digital and data contracts, including procurement and risk management.
  • - Work with procurement colleagues to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of contracts.
  • - Procure consultancy contracts to support the digital and data transformation programme.
  • - Lead on supplier contract management within Digital and Data Services, managing current contracts and related commercial administration.
  • - Work closely with key stakeholders from across Digital and Data Services and Finance teams to develop and manage existing supplier relationships.
  • - Deliver against KPI's and pro-actively manage the services for UHDB.
  • - Provide contract management for a portfolio of contracts, in excess of £14m annually, for the Digital and Data service, including large, long term, complex contracts, licensing costs and compliance, development contracts with additional 3rd parties.
  • - Draft and agree Contract Change Requests and larger Contract Change Notes.
  • - Develop and deliver contract life cycle management, systematically and efficiently managing contract creation, execution and critical analysis for maximising operational and financial performance and minimising risk.
  • - Ensure accurate service delivery in accordance to contractual SLAs and apply all renewal certifications in a timely manner to ensure no downtime and full legal and regulatory compliance.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Digital Contracts Manager?

The primary responsibilities include managing the entire lifecycle of digital and data contracts, overseeing procurement and risk management, maintaining supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with SLAs, and managing a diverse portfolio of contracts exceeding £14m annually.

What qualifications or experience are necessary for this role?

While the job description does not specify exact qualifications, candidates typically should have expertise in contract management, procurement, and risk assessment, alongside experience in digital and data services.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 12 September 2024.

When will interviews be conducted for this position?

Interviews will be conducted on 26 September 2024.

What benefits does the organization offer to employees?

The organization offers development opportunities, support from recruitment to onboarding, employee assistance programs, discounted gym memberships, onsite fitness classes, and car schemes.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits?

You can contact George Farmer, Digital and Data Portfolio Manager, at george.farmer2@nhs.net or by telephone at 07385 493347.

What types of contracts will the Digital Contracts Manager oversee?

The Digital Contracts Manager will oversee managed service contracts, consultancy contracts, development contracts with third parties, and ensure compliance with licencing and regulatory requirements.

What values does the organization uphold?

The organization upholds fundamental values of Compassion, Openness, and Excellence, which guide their operations and interactions within the community.

Is experience in the healthcare sector preferred for this role?

While not explicitly stated, experience in the healthcare sector may be beneficial due to the specific context of managing contracts related to patient care and digital services.

What role does the Digital Contracts Manager play in patient care delivery?

The Digital Contracts Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that digital and data contracts are effectively managed to drive improvements in patient care through innovative and cost-effective digital solutions.

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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust was formed on 1 April 2018 to bring together our five hospitals – in Derby, Burton, Lichfield and Tamworth – to provide the highest quality care to patients across southern Derbyshire and south east Staffordshire.  Our aim is to deliver outstanding care for local people as we bring together the expertise of our 12,000 staff across our five hospital sites.