Contract & Supplier Management, Manager
Contract & Supplier Management, Manager
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£55000 - £66000/annum Hybrid, Bonus
Category
Retail/Purchasing
Job Description
A leading utilities provider require a Contract & Supplier Management, Manager. Applicants should have experience in / knowledge of post-signature procurement activities; supplier relationship management, contract management and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The Contract & Supplier Management, Manager will be responsible for managing contracts and supplier relationships across a broad range of; Business Services (Customer Contact Centre, Debt Collection Agencies, Subscriptions, Meter Reading, FM). Previous experience with this supplier/contract set, will not be required.
Implementing best practice contract lifecycle management and fostering cohesive relationships with suppliers, the Contract & Supplier Manager will drive improved supply chain performance, reduce costs and achieve value maximisation for the organisation.
Specific duties of the Contract & Supplier Management, Manager include:
Implement contract management strategies across supplier/contract set
Supplier Management - drive cohesive relationships, performance and dispute resolution
Support sourcing/category managers in regards to contract review and finalisation
Supplier and contract management governance activities
Identify and share opportunities for improvement in contract management and supplier relationship strategies
Contract & Supplier Management, Manager applicants should meet the following criteria:
Post-Signature procurement experience across; contract management and supplier relationship management
Excellent stakeholder engagement, and internal influencing skills
The ability to foster collaborative and innovative supply chain relationships
An appreciation of governance and compliance in a procurement setting
Procurement qualification such as MCIPS, WCC, IACCM or a law degree would be useful in this role, but not essential