14 of 14 Supplier Management Jobs in the Midlands

working lives and organisations to become more productive, sustainable and profitable. Find out more about Ricoh Today What you will be doing Develop category management strategies to enable supplier selection, supplier reduction and spend reduction initiatives on a divisional basis to leverage best value to optimize margins … divisional spend portfolio assessments to enable detailed understanding of spend trends and to determine future product and service requirements Implement effective end-to-end supplier management strategies inclusive of contract management, commercial negotiation, request for proposals and performance management to ensure best value and strategic partnerships … aligned to Ricoh’s values Support the development of a supplier engagement program focused on Ricoh’s core values Adopt supplier management software to centralize supplier management records including contract management, commercial agreements, performance management and risk and compliance management to protect More ❯

job. Category Manager 12 Month FTC Location: Corby (Hybrid) About the Role: The Category Manager role is a key role within the EMEA Product & Supplier Management organisation, accountable for developing the category strategy and working with group, regional and local stakeholders to execute growth plans, delivering targeted profitable … brands, latest products and ground-breaking technologies that will help drive growth across EMEA. They will also be responsible for the maintenance of the supplier and product portfolio including the end-to-end product lifecycle. Managing a portfolio of key and strategic suppliers, they are accountable for supplier management and performance, negotiating contracts and improved commercial terms whilst building the collaborative relationships (internally as well as externally) that help drive growth. Responsibilities and Deliverables: Category/technology strategy planning, governance, and execution Development & execution of supplier business plans to help realise the defined category strategy. More ❯

spend categories across the IT portfolio. Sourcing activities will include analysis, supply market research, identification and qualification of potential vendors, preparation of tender documentation, management of competitive sourcing processes, analysis of bidder responses and contract negotiation. Responsibilities: · Develop category and sourcing strategies for higher value, higher complexity categories, applying …/higher complexity sourcing projects within scope of the assigned categories. This may include identification of potential suppliers, market research, production of tender documentation, management of RFx timelines, supplier evaluation and negotiation · Continually track the supply market, keeping abreast of developments, trends, risks and opportunities, lead the continual … both expertise and corporate intelligence and intellectual property on the assigned (sub)categories, as relevant · Support organisation-wide procedures for governance, risk and compliance management that manage, mitigate and minimise risks to ensure that work carried out within the Sourcing & Contract Management Hub is aligned to category strategy More ❯

Food business with real impact across markets. Join us to lead consumer data and reporting across 14 European markets. This role combines data strategy, supplier management, and advanced data analysis-owning tools like our Data Lake and internal reporting platform (SPRINT). Role: EU Consumer Data & Reporting Manager … Kantar or GfK Data Lakes & reporting systems Advanced data analyst skills (data cleaning, modeling, visualization) SQL/Excel proficiency, strong analytical thinking Data contract & supplier management If you're ready to take your skills to the next level and make a difference in a dynamic environment, we want More ❯

South Birmingham. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of IT services to the business, leveraging their expertise in vendor management, ITIL and IT Service Management (ITSM). Primarily you will be; Managing outsourced Application providers, Network, Telephony and Desktop Services providers Managing internal … Key Responsibilities: - Ensuring compliance with agreed SLAs and KPIs. - Build rapport and manage relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met. - Handle supplier management, ensuring that external vendors deliver quality services . - Utilize ServiceNow for incident, problem, and change management processes. - Continuously improve service delivery … processes and identify areas for optimization. Skills and Qualifications: - Proven experience in ITIL/ITSM. - Strong stakeholder management skills. - Experience in supplier management. - Proficiency in using ServiceNow. - Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This role offers a challenging and dynamic environment for a proactive and experienced Service Delivery More ❯

Hybrid Category Manager 12 Month FTC Location: Corby (Hybrid) About the Role: The Category Manager role is a key position within the EMEA Product & Supplier Management organization, responsible for developing category strategies and collaborating with group, regional, and local stakeholders to execute growth plans, delivering profitable growth, customer … a top-tier product offering by defining leading brands, latest products, and innovative technologies to drive growth across EMEA. They will also manage the supplier and product portfolio, including the entire product lifecycle. Managing key and strategic suppliers, they are accountable for supplier performance, contract negotiations, and building … collaborative relationships internally and externally to foster growth. Responsibilities and Deliverables: Planning, governance, and execution of category/technology strategies Developing and implementing supplier business plans aligned with category strategies Using digital data and insights to inform decisions, identify opportunities, and enhance portfolio and supplier performance Managing supplier More ❯

Control Centre (SCC). The role involves leading specialist planning and service delivery teams responsible for designing and managing our Line Replaceable Units (LRU) management services across a global customer network. This position manages a team of over 10 professionals, focusing on the integration and delivery of LRU services … planning and acquiring parts for the Parts Availability Service (PAS) and AOG stores. Collaborating closely with the Services Control Centre, Spares Support Group, LRU Supplier Management, Rolls-Royce Sales teams, and a global network of 130 Airline Support Team Service Representatives across fifty-five locations, the team ensures … through the LRU maintenance network Lead the Service Delivery team to meet customer requirements, acting as the primary interface between customer operations and vendor management Ensure contractual service levels for LRU Management and PAS are met Maintain awareness of customer contractual LRU management status Represent the voice More ❯

change and service improvements with the appropriate level of judgment and maturity High degree of initiative, dependability and ability to work with little supervision Supplier management & governance experience. ITIL qualification and experience of Change, Incident, Release Management Awareness of Security Standards - NIST, Cyber Essentials. Strong investigative, analysis More ❯

Assessing and mitigating risks associated with IT procurement. - Identifying opportunities for cost savings in the IT procurement process. - Developing procurement strategies and plans. - Managing supplier relationships, multiple stakeholders, and contract negotiations. - Overseeing all aspects of IT procurement, from request for proposal to contract execution. - Ensuring compliance with procurement policies … and procedures. - Monitoring market trends and supplier performance. - Working closely with the Procurement & Supply Chain department to achieve objectives. The Successful Applicant A successful Procurement Category Manager (Technology) should have: A strong understanding of category management, ideally IT/technology procurement strategies and plans. Experience in supplier management and contract negotiation. Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures. Outstanding communication and negotiation skills. A knack for identifying cost-saving opportunities. Ability to monitor market trends and assess supplier performance. What's on Offer A competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package. A vibrant and friendly company More ❯

SAP landscape growth. Develop and communicate a compelling vision for SAP, presenting it to stakeholders, including the SAP team and executives. Oversee third-party supplier management, ensuring they meet contractual obligations and deliver high-quality services. Manage SAP licensing, ensuring compliance and optimizing usage to reduce costs. Scope … and business areas. Take full ownership of SAP Business-As-Usual (BAU), ensuring stability, performance, and continuous improvement. Implement best practices for SAP change management and smooth transitions from projects to BAU. Competency Centre Lead – Requirements – S/4HANA, SAP: Extensive experience managing SAP systems, including SAP S/… SAP modules. Strong understanding of SAP licensing and vendor management. Proven track record in leading and developing high-performing teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience scoping and implementing SAP programs aligned with business objectives. Competency Centre Lead, S/4HANA, SAP Interested? Apply Now More ❯

the Indirect buyer will manage a spend category of >$10M in order to keep the business running smoothly while focusing on cost reduction and supplier management. Responsibilities Sourcing suppliers – Finding and evaluating potential vendors for indirect purchases, negotiating contracts and pricing Cost management – Analysing spending patterns, identifying cost … savings opportunities and managing the total cost of ownership for indirect purchases Contract management – Ensuring compliance with supplier contracts and managing contract renewals Identifying needs – Working with different departments and regions within the company to understand their needs for Indirect goods and services Supplier relationship building – Develop … market conditions & performance – Report on innovation, price trends, potential opportunities. Utilise Scorecard to track action plans and deliver year on year improvement goals. Project Management – Lead Cross Functional Teams to achieve indirect project goals. Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business or related areas, or technical degree (desirable More ❯

end-to-end IT project delivery across internal teams and third parties Ensure delivery within scope, budget, and timelines Oversee risk, issue, and stakeholder management Maintain project governance and reporting standards Support service readiness and operational handover YOU The IT Project Manager will have prior experience of: Proven experience … managing IT projects or work-packages for Defence/Technology/Utilities organisations Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills in complex businesses Good understanding of systems integration and delivery lifecycles Prince2 Practitioner or APM certification It is desirable to have miltary experience but not essential Eligible for BPSS More ❯

monthly billing. Team Leadership : Lead and support a team of billing specialists, fostering a high-performance culture. Reporting & Analysis : Deliver high-quality billing and supplier management reports. Revenue Assurance : Identify opportunities for margin improvement and ensure revenue accuracy. Process Improvement : Drive improvements in billing processes, reporting, and internal More ❯

way third-party consultancy solutions are utilised. You will be responsible for the definition and implementation of global category strategies, introducing best-in-class supplier management initiatives and further innovative 'value-add' procurement initiatives. Experience: Procurement experience gained in the Technology spend category, with specific IT Professional Services … category experience. Proven experience of delivering complex IT sourcing projects, cradle to grave. Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skill-set; demonstrating success in influencing decision making. A degree and MCIPS qualification is preferred. Due to our client's requirements, applicants must be based in the UK and hold current More ❯