Supplier & Commercial Manager

Automobile Association; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading motoring organization as a Supplier & Commercial Manager, where you'll optimize supplier partnerships and drive value from third-party spend. This role involves strategic management and compliance with procurement policies in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Cash-Car Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Worksave pension scheme

Free AA breakdown membership

Employee discount scheme

Company-funded life assurance

Diverse learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Procurement processes and category management.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a Strategic Spend Management agenda.
• Lead and support contract renewals and manage supplier performance.
• Identify opportunities to generate efficiencies and improve cost.

Skills

Procurement processes

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Relationship-building

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

The AA, Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom

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Company Description / Business Unit

Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week) with regular travel to our London office

Employment Type: Permanent, full time

Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance

Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.

For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Supplier & Commercial Manager means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.

Our Chief Operating Office (COO) is the backbone of The AA, providing stability and support for growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.

This is the job

We are looking for a Supplier & Commercial Manager to join our Procurement team. This role supports the Category Head of Procurement in delivering the Group Procurement strategy, ensuring maximum value from third-party spend, including cost reduction, working capital benefits, revenue generation, and service delivery.

The successful candidate will play a key role in proactively managing and optimising supplier partnerships, ensuring compliance with Procurement policies and third-party risk management requirements.

What will I be doing?

• Develop and implement a Strategic Spend Management agenda in line with corporate policies and procedures.
• Lead and support contract renewals, ensuring commercial and service propositions meet expectations.
• Identify opportunities to generate efficiencies and improve cost and revenue.
• Manage and administer contract amendments and changes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and escalation point for all strategic suppliers.
• Lead regular supplier business reviews to manage supplier performance and enable value delivery.

What do I need?

• Strong experience in Procurement processes, full lifecycle sourcing, and category management.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and outcomes, bringing tangible commercial value through successful contracting and management.
• Analytical, data-driven mindset with experience in creating and driving metrics and reports.
• Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills, with a proactive 'can-do' approach and strong attention to detail.
• Experience with supplier risk management in a regulated industry and proficiency in SAP Ariba or similar sourcing systems is desirable.

Additional information

Benefits

We’re committed to recognising and rewarding our employees. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme offering car salary sacrifice and discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays, and more
• Company-funded life assurance
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support your career progression
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

Plus, so much more!

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. We value diversity and the positive impact it brings to our culture and customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered, and truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds to drive positive change.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Insurance

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