Supplier Relationship Lead - Cheadle

Pets at Home Limited; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet care company is seeking a Supplier Relationship Lead in Cheadle to manage key supplier partnerships within a dynamic Veterinary Procurement team. The role includes leading negotiations, supporting procurement processes, and ensuring supply continuity. Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills. The position offers hybrid working from their Support Office in Cheshire.

Qualifications

• Background in procurement or commercial roles is essential.
• Experience in contract management and supplier relationship.
• Desirable knowledge of clinical or veterinary practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier relationships and manage contract negotiations.
• Support Practice Owners with procurement and pricing.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure continuity.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Market insight

Job description

Overview

Supplier Relationship Lead - Cheadle Are you passionate about people, pets and building strong partnerships? We're looking for a Supplier Relationship Lead to join our dynamic Veterinary Procurement team at Pets at Home. In this pivotal role, you'll manage and develop trusted relationships with key suppliers across pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, equipment and more, ensuring our veterinary practices have the products and services they need to thrive. We can offer hybrid working (two days in the office, or at events) from our Support Office in Handforth, Cheshire.

What you'll be doing

• Leading supplier relationships and contract negotiations
• Managing end-to-end tender processes
• Supporting Practice Owners with procurement and pricing
• Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring supply continuity
• Driving sustainability and contributing to our Annual Carbon Report
• Attending industry events and representing our brand
• Shaping best practices and continuous improvement in procurement

Essential skills & experience

• Background in procurement or commercial roles
• Confident negotiator with contract management experience
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Clinical or veterinary practice knowledge is desirable
• Market insight and CSR awareness is also desirable

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about pets and people
• Positive, proactive and solution-focused
• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders
• Detail-oriented and able to juggle multiple priorities

Pets just see people. They aren't biased and they don't discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so even if your skills and experience don't perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you.