Supplier Relationship Manager - Procurement

Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a leading Passenger Transport organisation in the search and selection of a Supplier Relationship Manager within their developing and transitioning Procurement function.The Contract and Relationship Manager (SRM) works within the procurement team but across all levels of the business.This role implements, manages, measures and continues to develop supply chain relationships and contract management and best practices, whilst assuring compliance with organisation and industry regulations and policies to mitigate risk within the supply chainThis role specifically includes the auditing of suppliers and their adherence to required standards including, for example, Modern Slavery and the payment of at least National Living, to assure the supply chain is appropriately assured and managed to mitigate risk, drive value and support organisation delivery. Accountabilities:• To understand, develop, define the business requirements and opportunities in relation to contract and supplier management and support delivery.• To develop and or create and implement improved governance controls and working practices across the supply chain to drive efficiencies, value and compliance with required standards. • Directly influence, develop and effect change within the business in order to drive the ways of working to deliver the defined business benefits such as demonstrable financial savings, performance, quality and deliverables improvements.• Set key metrics, aligned with the organisations values and KPIS in order to measure and manage supply chain risk and performance.• Work in close collaboration with the various business units and across industry to drive engagement and ensure that there is alignment between any locally designed processes and polices and any industry and Shareholder requirements. Design and develop improved provision of supply chain information and data for the business and improve two way supply chain communication.• Define and create training and provide ongoing support of contract and supplier relationship management best practice and policies. Linking with any legislation and regulatory updates, including but not limited to the Procurement Act 23.• Work with both the procurement team and wider business stakeholders to fully integrate contract management and supplier performance into the overall sourcing process, to support regulatory compliance and to drive further value from procurement and contracts.• Work flexibly and on your own initiative – taking the lead on new initiatives and be adaptable as business needs are identified and as priorities or requirements may change as we move through current business change.Background & Experience:• A high level of experience and successful track record in supplier and contract management.• Demonstrable experience and success in identifying and implementing strategies for change and improvement in supply chain practice and management.• Demonstrate experience of leading, problem solving and implementing complex projects and improvements. • Knowledge of procurement law including the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016.• Experience of presenting to and influencing at senior management and Board level.• In depth knowledge and experience of supplier and contract management best practice.• Strong leadership, interpersonal and people management skills.• CIPS qualification level desirable but not essential.A hybrid working role with the flexible to be based from either their York, Leeds or Manchester office locations.£55,000 - £65,000 + benefits including free travel and excellent pension scheme.Ready to make a difference? Apply today and or get in touch with Pete Simmonds for more information!