Senior Manager - Third Party Management

Lubrizol; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational company in the UK is seeking a Senior Manager for Third Party Management to lead strategic third-party operations across the EU. The ideal candidate will possess 7+ years of experience in supply chain or procurement and have a strong background in vendor management and negotiation. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid working options

Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in third-party management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Proven leadership in vendor oversight, risk management, and contract negotiation.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and supplier performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction and lead execution of third-party operations across the EU.
• Manage toller network ensuring operational excellence.
• Oversee a regional team responsible for procurement and contract management.

Skills

Third-party management

Supply chain operations

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Senior Manager – Third Party Management (EU Region)

• Lead strategic third-party operations with high-level impact and visibility.
• Join a global organization that’s big enough to offer career progression, yet agile enough for your leadership to be recognized and felt.
• Drive Value – Shape and execute third-party strategies that support operational excellence, business growth, and innovation.
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Enjoy working for Europe from Hazelwood or London (UK).

About the role

As Senior Manager – Third Party Management, you will set the strategic direction and lead the execution of third-party operations across the EU region. This high-impact role is ideal for a seasoned leader who thrives on building partnerships, optimizing supplier networks, and driving continuous improvement. You will manage the toller network ensuring operational excellence and set expectations, priorities and resources to enable project success.

You’ll oversee a regional team responsible for third-party operations, procurement, and contract management, while also holding global accountability as a business partner for one of Lubrizol’s key business units. You will also contribute to the transformation of the organization by identifying, developing, and sharing best practices across regions to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Your leadership will directly influence cost efficiency, supplier performance, and innovation across the organization.

About you

You bring deep expertise in third-party management, supply chain, or procurement, with a strong track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering strategic outcomes. You’re a collaborative leader, a skilled negotiator, a proactive problem solver and a change agent.

You will also bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in third-party management, procurement, or supply chain operations
• Proven leadership in vendor oversight, risk management, and contract negotiation
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and direct reports
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and supplier performance metrics
• Ability to foster strategic partnerships and drive innovation
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and decision-making skills

Why Lubrizol?

• Develop your professional career with a highly respected, industry-leading, multinational company that is part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
• Become part of a culture that is built on accountability and empowerment and which values diversity and inclusivity.
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration and benefits package, hybrid working options, and opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

Working at Lubrizol

For nearly 100 years, Lubrizol has been at the forefront of innovation, delivering breakthrough solutions that advance mobility, improve well‑being, and enhance modern life. This progress is driven by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

At Lubrizol, we invest in our people and expect the same level of ownership and commitment in return. Our employees are empowered to shape their careers, contribute to strategic goals, and collaborate in an inclusive, high‑performing culture.

We win because we bring science‑based solutions to industry‑leading organizations across the globe.
We win because we deeply understand our customers and deliver innovative chemistry with differentiated value.
We win because of our inclusive culture and our incredible talent.
We win because of you.