Contracts Manager

Location: Coventry
Remuneration: £51,000 + performance-related bonus

The Opportunity

We are partnering with an award winning, highly respected, forward-thinking organisation within the environmental services sector to recruit a Contracts Manager for a key operational site in Coventry.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern, high-performing business that is investing heavily in innovation, sustainability, and long-term partnerships. The organisation operates at the forefront of its market, delivering essential services to public and private sector clients while maintaining a strong focus on continuous improvement, commercial excellence, and environmental impact.

You’ll be stepping into a visible, influential role with genuine scope to shape contract performance, build strategic relationships, and contribute to the ongoing success of a flagship operation.

Why Apply?

• Salary: £51,000 + Bonuses
• Pension
• Join a well-invested, growing organisation with a strong market reputation
• Be part of a sustainability-driven business making a real environmental impact
• Work within a collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Opportunity to influence and improve large-scale operations
• Clear scope for professional development and progression

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of contracts, ensuring outstanding service delivery, strong commercial performance, and long-term client satisfaction.

This is a hands-on role where you will collaborate across multiple functions, balancing operational delivery with commercial strategy. You’ll play a key part in driving efficiencies, supporting growth, and maintaining high standards across all contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate tender submissions and bid activity
• Manage contract performance against KPIs and SLAs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners
• Support commercial activities including material sales and logistics coordination
• Identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives
• Produce detailed reports to support operational and commercial decision-making
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements
• Spot and develop new commercial opportunities
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and high performance
• Represent the business at industry events when required

About You

Essential:

• Proven experience in contract or account management
• Background within waste, recycling, or a related sector
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commercially aware with a proactive mindset
• Strong written and reporting skills with attention to detail
• Confident user of Microsoft Office and digital systems
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Experience managing logistics or haulage operations
• Exposure to commercial portfolios or P&L responsibility
• Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or equivalent) preferred

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