Supplier Manager Essex 50K-60K

Supplier Relationship Manager (MCIPS Qualifed)

50K-60K, Hybrid/East of England, 2 days a week on site

Must be eligible for SC - minimum 5 years UK residency

Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an innovative Supplier Relationship Manager/Contract Manager/Supplier Relationship Manager/Procurement Manager to develop and manage a portfolio of contracts and strategic supplier relationships.

Main responsibilities include:

Performance Management Supplier engagement

Commercial Negotiations Disputes

Management Information Stakeholder Engagement

Contract Delivery

Risk Management

Record Management

Contract Variations Extensions

Continuous Contractual Supplier Development

Skills and experience:

hold MCIPS Level 6/WCC Advanced Practitioner in either Contract Management or Supplier Relationship Management

At least 5 years experience in a Commercial role eg Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Category management, Procurement, Purchasing

Able to demonstrate significant experience in the commercial management of contracts of significant value and/or worked as a leading Procurement professional in this broad area for a complex, public sector organisation.

'strong analytical skills to align procurement solutions with customer needs.

Ability to 'see the big picture and think strategically

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

'strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise successfully with all levels.

'strong commercial acumen.

'strong negotiating, influencing, interpersonal and communication skills are essential to the role.

Provide innovative thinking and impetus to drive through change and develop and enhance an integrated commercial and contract management function.

Good organisational, time management and project management skills in order to ensure delivery of results to agreed deadlines.

Ability to travel as required throughout the UK.

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