Addresses all contractual matters relating to the competitive and sole source procurement process, including; drafting, coordination and release of solicitations, evaluation and analysis of bids, discussions with bidders, and award of contracts in accordance with the Agency's procurement procedures;

Coordinates and liaises with contractors to ensure compliance and timely performance of contract tasks;

Performs contract administration tasks including processing changes and amendments;

Reviews business cases (requirements, potential benefits and options) and determines appropriate procurement routes. e.g., open market or collaborative framework;

Investigates, resolves or escalates procurement related issues and problems;

Implements supplier service improvement actions and programmes;

Supports the local internal Customers with procurement related issues;

Provides high quality and timely contribution to ACQ and NCI Agency reporting;

Keeps line manager informed of problems and concerns;

Performs any other duties as may be required.