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SmartSourcing PLC
Posted a month ago, valid for 5 days
Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1PG
£60,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Supplier Relationship Manager position offers a salary between £50K-£60K and requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in a commercial role.
- The role involves developing and managing a portfolio of contracts and strategic supplier relationships, with responsibilities including performance management, stakeholder engagement, and risk management.
- Candidates must hold MCIPS Level 6/WCC Advanced Practitioner qualifications in either Contract Management or Supplier Relationship Management.
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to think strategically and drive change within the organization.
- This hybrid position is based in the East of England, requiring two days a week on-site work and eligibility for SC clearance with a minimum of 5 years UK residency.
£50K-£60K, Hybrid/East of England, 2 days a week on site
Must be eligible for SC minimum 5 years UK residency
Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an innovative Supplier Relationship Manager/Contract Manager/Supplier Relationship Manager/Procurement Manager to develop and manage a portfolio of contracts and strategic supplier relationships.
Main responsibilities include:
Performance Management Supplier engagement
Commercial Negotiations Disputes
Management Information Stakeholder Engagement
Contract Delivery
Risk Management
Record Management
Contract Variations Extensions
Continuous Contractual Supplier Development
Skills and experience:
hold MCIPS Level 6/WCC Advanced Practitioner in either Contract Management or Supplier Relationship Management
At least 5 years experience in a Commercial role e.g. Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Category management, Procurement, Purchasing
Able to demonstrate significant experience in the commercial management of contracts of significant value and / or worked as a leading Procurement professional in this broad area for a complex, public sector organisation.
Strong analytical skills to align procurement solutions with customer needs.
Ability to see the big picture and think strategically
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise successfully with all levels.
Strong commercial acumen.
Strong negotiating, influencing, interpersonal and communication skills are essential to the role.
Provide innovative thinking and impetus to drive through change and develop and enhance an integrated commercial and contract management function.
Good organisational, time management and project management skills in order to ensure delivery of results to agreed deadlines.
Ability to travel as required throughout the UK.
