Strategic Supplier Manager – Governance & Performance

NewDay; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NewDay is seeking a Supplier Manager to oversee day-to-day management, governance and optimisation of multiple strategic suppliers supporting Credit & Collections and wider business operations.

You will build partnerships, drive continuous improvement, manage risk and assurance activities, and ensure vendors meet contractual and governance expectations. The role requires strong stakeholder management, data-driven decision making and independent working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing suppliers, vendors or external service providers.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels, including senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and analysis using data and MI.
• Experience investigating, understanding and resolving supplier or operational incidents.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams to drive performance improvement.
• Oversee supplier governance, assurance, risk management and control frameworks.
• Implement and oversee supplier onboarding, assurance and framework adherence in line with governance and contractual requirements.
• Produce and utilise supplier performance reporting and MI to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Identify areas for improvement and deliver effective solutions to reduce supplier-related risks.

Skills

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

MI reporting

Governance & controls

Job description

NewDay is seeking a Supplier Manager to oversee day-to-day management, governance and optimisation of multiple strategic suppliers supporting Credit & Collections and wider business operations.

You will build partnerships, drive continuous improvement, manage risk and assurance activities, and ensure vendors meet contractual and governance expectations. The role requires strong stakeholder management, data-driven decision making and independent working in a fast-paced environment.