Procurement and Contracts Manager in Glasgow

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Job Description

Your new company
The organisation will bring together thousands of athletes and officials from across the Commonwealth, with a focus on delivering a world-class celebration culture.

Your new role
As Project and Contracts Manager, you will lead the delivery and management of contracts associated with the planning. This includes overseeing a diverse portfolio of suppliers, creative partners, and cultural activations, ensuring all contracted services and programmes are delivered to a world-class standard.

You'll be at the heart of planning and delivering immersive experiences for athletes, spectators, and the wider community, from the Opening Ceremony to athlete celebrations. The role reports directly to the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in contract management and project delivery
• Strong understanding of event experience components such as entertainment, cultural activations, and stakeholder services
• Excellent negotiation, contract, and vendor management skills
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in project management tools and contract tracking systems
• Knowledge of relevant legal and procurement frameworks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) is desirable.
• Experience in major events, sport, sponsorship, or entertainment contexts is advantageous.
• Personal qualities such as being self-motivated, proactive, resilient, reliable, and a natural communicator

What you'll get in return

• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the most exciting projects in global sport
• A chance to shape unforgettable moments for athletes, spectators, and communities
• Involvement in a high-profile, collaborative, and creative environment
• Flexible working options available

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