Supplier Manager

Barclays; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supplier Manager to oversee supplier risk and performance. This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with policies, and executing control processes. You will collaborate with various stakeholder groups to produce deliverables that meet procurement needs while mitigating risks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and commercial skills, alongside a deep understanding of risk management. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization that values integrity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing supplier risk and performance.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier control processes and monitor KPIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align supplier relationships with strategic goals.

Skills

Risk & Controls

Supplier Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Commercial Skills

Job description

Join us as a Supplier Manager at Barclays. In this role, you will manage and monitor supplier risk and performance to meet the requirements of the Barclays Third Party Service Provider Policy and Standards. This includes control execution, commercial management, relationship management, and risk management.

Key Experience Areas

• Risk & Controls
• Supplier Management
• Stakeholder Management

Valued Skills

• Communication Skills
• Commercial Skills

You may be assessed on skills such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, digital and technology, and technical job-specific skills.

This role can be based in Knutsford, Northampton, or Glasgow.

Purpose of the Role

To manage and monitor supplier risk and performance in accordance with Barclays policies and standards, focusing on control execution, commercial management, and relationship and risk management.

Accountabilities

1. Manage and execute supplier control processes, oversee supplier performance, and monitor KPIs to ensure expectations are met.
2. Collaborate with stakeholder groups to produce deliverables that meet procurement needs, policies, and standards, mitigate risks, and align supplier relationships with the bank’s strategic goals.
3. Identify suitable suppliers through market research, capability analysis, and contract negotiation.
4. Stay informed about industry trends and developments related to supplier management by attending conferences and training.
5. Monitor suppliers’ control operations to ensure compliance with Barclays standards and contractual obligations, including quality, risk mitigation, and commercial activities.
6. Collaborate with regulatory teams to support global regulatory requests, exams, and ongoing activities.

Analyst Expectations

1. Perform activities timely and to high standards, fostering continuous improvement.
2. Possess in-depth technical knowledge and experience in the relevant area.
3. Understand core principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
4. Lead and support a team, guiding professional development, assigning work, and coordinating resources.
5. If in a leadership role, demonstrate leadership behaviors such as listening, inspiring, aligning, and developing others.
6. For individual contributors, develop technical expertise and act as advisors.
7. Impact related teams and partner with other functions and business areas.
8. Own the operational processing and activities of the team.
9. Escalate policy or procedure breaches appropriately.
10. Embed new policies and procedures related to risk mitigation.
11. Advise and influence decision-making within the area of expertise.
12. Manage risks and controls, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.
13. Understand how your sub-function contributes to organizational objectives.
14. Make evaluative judgments based on factual analysis and pay attention to detail.
15. Resolve problems by applying technical experience and precedents.
16. Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively and persuade team members.
17. Act as a contact point for external stakeholders, building a network of contacts.

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate Barclays Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, and Drive.