Strategic Contract & Supplier Manager

Matchtech

England

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Matchtech has been engaged by a leading utilities provider to recruit a Contract & Supplier Management Manager. The role focuses on post-signature procurement, supplier relationships, contract management, governance, and stakeholder engagement.

You will implement lifecycle strategies, drive cost reductions, and improve supply chain value across Business Services. The role requires experience in contract management—plus the ability to influence internal stakeholders and drive best-practice

Qualifications

Post-Signature procurement experience across contract management and supplier relationship management.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and internal influencing skills.
Ability to foster collaborative and innovative supply chain relationships.
An appreciation of governance and compliance in a procurement setting.
Procurement qualification such as MCIPS, WCC, IACCM or a law degree would be useful but not essential.

Responsibilities

Implement contract management strategies across supplier/contract set.
Supplier Management - drive cohesive relationships, performance and dispute resolution.
Support sourcing/category managers in regards to contract review and finalisation.
Supplier and contract management governance activities.
Identify and share opportunities for improvement in contract management and supplier relationship strategies.