Position: Supplier Management Coordinator
Location: Manchester, London, Birmingham, Bristol
Reporting to the Supplier Management Team Lead, this role will support our Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program and drive standardisation across the procurement function. The role will be key in further developing, implementing, and maintaining our supplier management tools, templates, and processes to ensure consistency and high performance across our preferred suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supplier management, data analysis, and contract lifecycle knowledge, with excellent organisation and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in delivering the Supplier Relationship Management Program across strategic suppliers, providing training, tools, and guidance to standardise processes across procurement. Help procurement teams plan, manage, and track supplier performance activities, including SMF and other performance reviews, ensuring adherence to methodologies.
* Support the creation, maintenance, and rollout of supplier management workflows, templates, and operational processes to enhance procurement consistency.
* Contribute in facilitating supplier management workshops, providing insight into best practices and supporting a strong understanding of SRM principles.
* Analyse supplier data, contract compliance, risk assessments, and performance metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
* Prepare and present regular reports with actionable recommendations.
* Identify potential risks and issues, recommending corrective actions when necessary.
* Ensure the Preferred Supplier List (PSL) directory is up-to-date and accessible.
* Collaborate with teams across the organisation to ensure supplier activities align with business strategies and customer objectives.
* Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and collateral to support supplier management activities.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of supplier performance scorecards and review processes, utilising technology to enhance tracking and assessment.
* Provide comprehensive support throughout the contract lifecycle, including conducting contract audits, generating reports, managing system data, and ensuring accurate and up-to-date contract maintenance.
Education & Experience:
* Candidates should be educated to degree level or possess equivalent professional experience and qualifications relevant to the role.
* Applicants will have proven experience in supplier management, contract lifecycle, or a related procurement role.
* Experience with supplier management systems, tools, and methodologies and risk management practices.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and P2P (Procure to Pay) systems is required. While not essential, an MCIPS qualification would be an asset.
Skills:
* The ability to analyse complex information, interpret data to generate insights and provide clear summaries or recommendations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a high level of attention to detail.
* Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with team members and stakeholders across departments.
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