Contract Manager/Commercial/Legal - Ashford, Kent

Contract Manager/Commercial Manager/Contract Lead/Legal/Contracts/Contract Management/Contract Law/Supplier Management/Supply Chain/Drafting Contracts/Tenders/Frameworks/Budgeting/Cost Evaluation/6 month contract/based Ashford, Kent - 3 days per week onsite/£500-600 per day Inside IR35. Ashford, Kent (3 days onsite/2 days remote)6-Month Contract£500 - £600 per day (Inside IR35) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Contract Manager/Commercial Manager to join one of our leading clients on an initial 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional with strong expertise in contract management, supplier relationship management, and commercial negotiations. You will play a key role in ensuring robust contractual arrangements are in place across the supply chain, enabling suppliers to deliver critical operational requirements while mitigating commercial and contractual risk. The Role You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of complex operational contracts, developing effective contracting strategies, and ensuring the organisation achieves value for money through strong supplier and commercial management practices. Working closely with stakeholders, suppliers, and the wider Contract Management Team, you will act as a trusted commercial adviser, supporting business objectives through effective contract governance, supplier performance management, and risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities Lead the development, negotiation, ..... full job details .....