Supplier Relationship Manager
Location: 1-2 Days Per Week in Manchester Office, Flexible Remote Options
Salary £65k
Working for a leading insurance group, we are seeking a skilled Supplier Relationship Manager to join the team. This role is ideal for someone with experience in supplier management, ideally within the insurance or financial services sector, who is ready to bring their expertise to an exciting and dynamic environment.
In this role, you will develop and nurture strong, long-lasting partnerships with our valued suppliers while driving supplier performance, cost-efficiency, and risk management. Your work will be essential to ensuring our supply chain runs smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with key suppliers, ensuring consistent communication and collaboration.
Manage the full supplier lifecycle, from sourcing and contract negotiations to performance evaluation.
Collaborate with internal teams to align supplier performance with company goals and quality standards.
Identify and implement strategies for improving supplier performance, cost-efficiency, and risk management.
Address and resolve any supplier-related issues or challenges, ensuring timely solutions and continuous improvement.
Stay up-to-date on market trends and supplier capabilities to drive strategic sourcing decisions.
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in supplier managem...