Hybrid | Manchester/London Travel Required
6 month Contract | Inside IR35
We're supporting a leading infrastructure organisation in the search for a Senior Procurement & Supply Chain Manager to lead supplier performance management and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
This is a strategic, stakeholder-focused role, responsible for driving Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), enhancing supplier performance, improving processes and reporting, and leveraging digital tools to deliver business value.
Key Responsibilities
Lead supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement programmes.
Manage supplier KPIs, dashboards and performance reporting.
Develop and enhance SRM frameworks, processes and systems.
Drive digitisation and automation initiatives across supplier management activities.
Embed sustainability, safety and compliance measures into supplier performance frameworks.
Partner with stakeholders across the business to promote best practice.
Deliver training, guidance and reporting to senior leadership.Skills & Experience
5+ years' experience within Procurement, Supply Chain or Supplier Relationship Management.
Strong supplier performance management and stakeholder engagement experience.
Proven ability to drive change, process improvement and performance optimisation.
Strong analytical, reporting and data management skills.
Experience utilising digital tools and systems within procurement or supply chain functions.
Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills.Desirable
Infrastructure sector experience.
KPI development and performance measurement expertise.
Knowledge of procurement systems and cloud-based platforms.
Understanding of sourcing, contracting and supplier management processes.
Experience working within complex matrix organisations.Qualifications
Qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or equivalent experience.
Professional membership (e.g. CIPS) desirable.
A fantastic opportunity to influence supplier performance strategy, drive operational excellence, and shape best practice within a large and complex organisation. Apply Now
Salary description
£500.00 - £700.00 per day