Commercial Analyst

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About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive Commercial Analyst to join our Digital Services team. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in commercial operations, procurement, and contract management within a dynamic public sector environment.

You’ll play a key role in supporting the management of IT contracts, procurement processes, vendor relationships, and compliance activities, ensuring that our digital operations run smoothly and deliver value for money.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing and managing IT and commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational standards.
• Monitor contract performance and support renewal and amendment processes.
• Support vendor relationship management, including communication, performance tracking, and issue resolution.
• Process procurement and purchasing requests in line with council and departmental policies.
• Conduct market research and assist in preparing Requests for Proposals / Quotes.
• Evaluate vendor proposals to ensure alignment with organisational needs and value for money.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to contracts, procurement, and compliance.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Basic understanding of procurement and contract management.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy and compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Problem Solving skills
• Good communication skills
• A good Analytic skillset

Desirable:

• Experience in a public sector or commercial support role.
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial processes.
• Knowledge of IT procurement and vendor management.

Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 26 October 2025

Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.