Junior Supplier Relationship Manager

Gabrielle Naptali Artist; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization in the defense sector seeks a Junior Supplier Relationship Manager to support essential facilities management services. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and implement sustainable procurement practices. Ideal candidates should have a background in facilities management and procurement experience. This role is based in Salisbury, UK, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Background in facilities management with experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage supplier contracts.
• Experience managing suppliers against frameworks with KPIs and SLAs.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring delivery in line with KPIs.
• Negotiate contracts to secure value and mitigate risks.
• Implement and monitor sustainable procurement practices.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Job description

Location: DSTL, Salisbury (Porton Down)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Overview

A Junior Supplier Relationship Manager is required to support the delivery of essential facilities management and accommodation services for the UK defence estate. This position is based at DSTL Porton Down, with occasional travel to RFCA sites. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the performance of a high-profile defence contract by managing suppliers, negotiating terms and conditions, and embedding sustainable procurement practices. You will play a key part in shaping a supply chain that is efficient, compliant and performance driven. This position is suited to an individual with a background in facilities management and prior experience in procurement or supply chain management who is seeking progression and increased responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships within formal frameworks, ensuring delivery in line with agreed KPIs and SLAs
• Negotiate contracts, terms and conditions to secure value for money and mitigate risks
• Implement and monitor sustainable procurement practices across the supply chain
• Review and analyse supplier performance data, prepare reports and coordinate supplier review meetings
• Support supplier sourcing, selection and evaluation activities
• Identify opportunities to achieve cost savings, efficiency gains and innovation in procurement processes
• Work closely with internal stakeholders across technical, operational and commercial teams
• Ensure compliance with MOD and DSTL policies, standards and security requirements

Candidate Profile

• Background in facilities management with experience in procurement or supply chain management
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage supplier contracts, terms and conditions
• Experience in managing suppliers against frameworks with performance measures including KPIs and SLAs
• Knowledge and application of sustainable procurement principles
• Organised and detail-focused, able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Confident communicator with strong relationship management skills
• Data-driven with sound analytical and reporting capability
• Proactive, resourceful and solutions oriented

Essential Requirements

• Must be a British National
• Must be eligible for Security Clearance (SC)
• Facilities management background and relevant supply chain or procurement experience are required