Anderson Knight is currently looking for a Supplier Manager to join one of our clients based in Glasgow on a full-time permanent basis.
The Supplier Manager is responsible for managing and optimising relationships with key suppliers, ensuring that products and services meet the company’s quality standards, delivery timelines, and cost-effectiveness goals. This role includes evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, addressing performance issues, and developing supplier strategies to support the organisation’s overall objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure alignment with business objectives.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for all supplier-related matters and resolve any issues that may arise.
* Implement and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for suppliers to assess quality, delivery, cost, and service standards.
* Conduct regular supplier performance reviews, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
* Work with suppliers to ensure compliance with the organisation’s policies, standards, and requirements.
* Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers to ensure favorable terms.
* Manage and monitor contract renewal timelines and ensure that contracts remain in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
* Ensure clear documentation of agreements, pricing, terms, ...