Supplier Relationship Manager

Our client, a large energy infrastructure business, is seeking a Supplier Relationship Manager and Continuous Improvement lead to join their team. You can base yourself out of one of the company's key offices - in London, Essex, Suffolk or Sussex.

You will help improve the performance and involvement of the company's main contractors and suppliers by developing value-adding strategic relationships between the company and its high risk, high value supply chain.

By performing the role of an internal consultant to several departments in all areas affecting Safety, Customer Service, Operational Performance and Cost, you will seek out opportunities for continuous improvement. You will manage issue tracking and resolution related to internal and external practices and processes/systems.

Responsibilities include:

Improve the performance of main suppliers, Original Equipment Manufacturers, and their relationship with the company, influencing partners and the supply chain to deliver in keeping with project timelines.
Facilitate the contract management process.
Create improvement plans across related important business activities.
Use internal and external data sources to report contractor performance.
Support Contract Owners, Contract Managers and important partners in all aspects of contract management for high risk and high value contracts.
Identify opportunities for, and take the lead on, supplier development activities.
Provide guidance for future procurement events.
Improve overall cost of delivery, integrating OEM, Design, Delivery and Contractor with continuous improvement work.About you:

You will have worked in a large organisation in a similar role.
Experience managing either or both sides of client supplier relationship concerning infrastructure projects
Knowledge of high value equipment manufacturing and supply with an understanding of the demands of working with this industry (ideally you will have experience of electrical systems and equipment)
You will have the confidence and experience to coach partners and colleagues at all levels
You will be analytical and have reporting skills with a track record in processing complex data to identify performance trends and provide practical feedback to partners.
You will have experience in chairing meetings and influencing senior managers
You will have a sound understanding of driving cost performance in projects and their supply chain
IT skills including a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP are required.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large reputable and innovative business responsible for delivering essential services to millions of customers in the UK