Supplier Relationship Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization is seeking a Supplier Relationship Manager to establish a new SRM Centre of Excellence. This role involves developing supplier strategies, managing relationships, and training stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in supplier management or contract oversight. A CIPS Diploma is desirable. Enjoy career progression in a collaborative environment dedicated to philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully managing key supplier relationships.
• Experience in overseeing large multi-faceted contracts and achieving financial benefits.
• Strong financial acumen is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier relationship management strategy.
• Lead SRM governance, processes, and tools.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Provide training to ensure effective management of suppliers.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Financial acumen

Education

CIPS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Supplier Relationship Manager (Not for Profit Charity)- London or Glasgow - London - £45,000-£50,000

This privately funded organisation is looking to recruit a charismatic Procurement professional to develop best-in‑class SRM. This 'Supplier Relationship Manager' position hasn't existed before, so the organisation requires an influential figure with the gravitas needed to build stakeholder support and stimulate demand to deliver significant value for the organisation.

As Supplier Relationship Manager you will:

• Develop and implement supplier relationship management strategy, policy and procedures, system, working with stakeholders across all business units
• Lead and develop the SRM governance, process, and tools to ensure a standardised and consistent approach to supplier management via the procurement business model
• Develop and implement procedure including supplier registration, performance evaluation, supplier audit and system to manage suppliers and contractors.
• Support the overall delivery of the procurement function via management of Tools, Processes and Documentation.
• Build and maintain strong cross functional relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
• Provide training and guidance to all business units to ensure, managing suppliers effectively and efficiently, consistency of practice across all services, reducing non‑compliance and mitigating organisational risks

Required background:

• Proven track record of successfully managing key supplier relationships
• CV that demonstrates your ability to successfully oversee large multi‑faceted contracts, achieve financial benefit delivery, effective contract management and SRM innovation
• Strong financial acumen

• CIPS Diploma or equivalent education is desirable but not essential

If you are a high‑achieving Supplier Relationship Management professional looking to play a pivotal role in a newly created SRM Centre of Excellence, enjoy a collaborative team ethos and progress your career, this could be a fantastic career move for you. The organisation will offer the successful individual a rewarding role with a passion for philanthropy.

To apply or find out more please send your CV directly to [e-mail] or through this forum.