Hybrid SRM Lead – Digital Procurement, 21% Bonus

MBDA UK Ltd; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking an experienced Supplier Relationship Manager based in Bolton, UK. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing key supplier and stakeholder relationships, ensuring efficient SRM delivery across critical domains. With a focus on IT services, the ideal candidate will have senior procurement experience and excellent communication skills. This role supports a hybrid working environment, offering competitive salary and benefits including a bonus and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Bonus of up to 21% of base salary

Pension contribution up to 14%

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals and free parking

Healthcare Cash Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior procurement experience.
• Ability to develop and draft SRM schedules and SLAs.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead and make strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) delivery across critical domains.
• Develop key supplier/stakeholder relationships and contracts.
• Communicate across wider Indirect Procurement and co-operate internationally.
• Empower teams and up-skill colleagues.

Skills

Senior procurement experience

SRM professional

Excellent written and communication skills

Excellent soft skills and emotional intelligence

Ability to lead and influence strategies

Knowledge of contracts and contract law

Education

MCIPS qualified or studying for MCIPS

Job description

A leading defence organisation is seeking an experienced Supplier Relationship Manager based in Bolton, UK. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing key supplier and stakeholder relationships, ensuring efficient SRM delivery across critical domains. With a focus on IT services, the ideal candidate will have senior procurement experience and excellent communication skills. This role supports a hybrid working environment, offering competitive salary and benefits including a bonus and flexible working arrangements.