Smiths Detection
Defense
GlobalServiceProgrammesandContractsManager
“Global Service Programmes and Contracts Manager at Smiths Detection. Skills: Service contracts, Contract management, Programme management, Customer interface. Own commercial and financial performance of service contracts. Develop understanding of contract requirements”
What You'll Achieve.
Exceed customer expectations
Industry & Context.
Analyse performance data; Drive decision-making
Eligible for UK SC clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, Eligible to obtain UK SC level clearance
Nice to Have
Programme Management Qualification desirable
What You'll Do.
Own commercial and financial performance of service contracts
Develop understanding of contract requirements
Establish and manage KPIs
Lead forecasting activities
Lead budgeting activities
Lead demand planning activities
Produce programme schedules
Manage programme schedules
Ensure contracts are delivered on time
Ensure contracts are delivered within budget
Ensure contracts are delivered to service levels
Act as main point of contact for customers
Lead contract review meetings
Oversee subcontractor performance
Ensure flow-down of contractual requirements
Identify continuous improvement initiatives
Implement continuous improvement initiatives
Manage contract risks
Manage contract changes
Manage contract renewals
Manage contract renegotiations
Develop costed proposals
Identify new business opportunities
Maintain audit trails
Ensure compliance with UK MoD requirements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with service teams; Collaborate with sales teams; Collaborate with supply chain teams
Communication Scope
Stakeholder influence
Process & Methodology
Programme management, Project management
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