About The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen here at DS Smith, an International Paper Company for a Head of Strategic SupplierManagement - EMEA to join the EMEA IT organisation within DS Smith. DS Smith has set out strategic goals to utilise IT to build further capabilities, enable transformation and embed quality in all its systems and processes. … The role of Head of Strategic SupplierManagement is key to that success. Within the role you will be responsible for the management of IT Suppliers and their services, ensuring they deliver to their contractual commitments. The Head of Strategic SupplierManagement will report directly into the Service Delivery Director and will drive cohesion and … standardisation across the IT organisation. You will use your experience and expertise within SupplierRelationshipManagement to be successful in the role. You will develop and maintain key strategic supplier relationships, ensuring accountability for their delivery. In creating close and collaborative relationships you will leverage value as well as reduce risk to DS Smith. In addition More ❯
development opportunities across a range of products and businesses. Reporting to the Head of Technology Procurement, this role is accountable for the commercial and contractual activities across Cloud, including supplierrelationshipmanagement, the sourcing and partner strategy, and alignment with the objectives for the two agreements. It will perform a combination of sourcing, supplierrelationshipmanagement and business partnering activities, primarily supporting Executive level and C suite stakeholders and their leadership teams. To that end we build senior relationships, understand their business objectives, how the partnerships are delivering against them, ensure the partnerships continue to deliver and make changes as necessary, We create opportunities to meet our partnership business objectives in a commercially … Teams include: Strategy and Performance (S&P) Team responsible for implementing the strategy of the function, whilst delivering outstanding procurement policy and processes. SupplierRelationshipManagement (SRM) Team responsible for maintaining relationships with our Tier 1 suppliers. ROLE SUMMARY: Lead Procurement engagement across Cloud providers to support the end-to-end sourcing, commercial and contractual requirements. The More ❯
Bristol, Avon, South West, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Circle Group
Role: Supplier System Integrator Salary/Rate: up to £700 per day Location: hybrid Bristol Contract Duration: 6-months We are currently looking for a Supplier System Integrator for our government client. This Supplier System Integrator role is hybrid, based between 2 days per week on site in Bristol and the remainder of the week working remotely. … communicate complex analysis to a wide range of stakeholders at all levels. Role/Responsibilities: Be the lead system integrator for the new SupplierRelationshipManagement (SRM)/Risk business management tool which is currently in the process of being procured. Conduct rigorous analysis of suppliers and supply chains, engaging with teams across the organisation to … A High Government Standard, Dv Cleared, Dv Clearance, Dv Check, Developed Vetted, Developed Vetting, Dv Strap, Active DV, Vendor, Supplier, SupplierManagement, SupplierRelationship, SRM, #vacancy #jobadvert #recruit #hiring #jobsearch #careers #talent #recruitment #job Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer More ❯
Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
AWE Plc
AWE is recruiting a Category Manager to be responsible for the implementation and delivery of Category Management, Strategic Sourcing and SupplierRelationshipManagement for the Facilities Infrastructure team. Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Relocating to Green Park from October 2025. Package: £47,760 to £65,000 (depending on … is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As the Category Manager, you will focus on the strategic management within the Facilities Infrastructure Team, which includes but is not limited to the following categories: Soft services (landscaping, security, catering, PPE Workwear and Signage), Hard Services (small work projects … Equipment Calibration Utilities, Waste Management, Fuels and Oils, Transport, Logistical equipment and Consumables, Spares tools and consumables. This will include understanding business strategies, spend profiles, markets, business requirements, risks, opportunities, and economic factors, to develop a strategy that will underpin our long-term commercial decisions. You will execute strategic sourcing activities and supplierrelationshipmanagement in More ❯
Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Atomic Weapons Establishment
if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. AWE is recruiting a Category Manager to be responsible for the implementation and delivery of Category Management, Strategic Sourcing and SupplierRelationshipManagement for the Facilities Infrastructure team. Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Relocating to … is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As the Category Manager, you will focus on the strategic management within the Facilities Infrastructure Team, which includes but is not limited to the following categories: Soft services (landscaping, security, catering, PPE Workwear and Signage), Hard Services (small work projects … Equipment Calibration Utilities, Waste Management, Fuels and Oils, Transport, Logistical equipment and Consumables, Spares tools and consumables. This will include understanding business strategies, spend profiles, markets, business requirements, risks, opportunities, and economic factors, to develop a strategy that will underpin our long-term commercial decisions. You will execute strategic sourcing activities and supplierrelationshipmanagement in More ❯
Digital Procurement Solution Manager - Supplier Journey page is loaded Digital Procurement Solution Manager - Supplier Journey Apply locations London Amsterdam time type Full time posted on Posted 13 Days Ago job requisition id REQ_ We're looking for a Digital Procurement Solutions Manager- Supplier Journey join us in London As a Digital Procurement Solution Manager - Supplier Journey … you will be instrumental in designing and implementing an end-to-end supplier journey across our best-of-breed procurement tech landscape and Source-to-Pay processes including category strategy and supplier discovery, sourcing, contracting and enablement. You will work in tight partnerships and cross-collaboration with other Digital Procurement Solution Managers, Risk and ESG team and Data … and Insights team to ensure supplier data and process is seamlessly integrated, ensuring data accuracy and holistic approach to mature supplier information and data model for strategic supplier 360 view This senior role requires deep expertise in procurement processes specialising on supplier life cycle and its integration aspects across the systems, and the ability to translate More ❯
This policy covers all of including Selector, Pensions Client Portal, and the Equiniti Privacy Centre Category & Supplier Stakeholder Relationship Manager page is loaded Category & Supplier Stakeholder Relationship Manager Apply locations: Hybrid - London, Hybrid - Worthing; Time type: Full time; Posted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago; Job requisition id: R15282 Management Level: E Equiniti is a leading … enhancement of skills and services. There has never been a better time to join EQ. Role Summary This role involves leading strategic sourcing activities and managing key stakeholder and supplier relationships within the Technology spend category. Responsibilities include driving savings, value, innovation, and compliance, while supporting wider business objectives through proactive collaboration and effective supplier management. Core Duties … and expectations for strategic suppliers. Identifying and implementing supplier-led innovations. Leading SupplierRelationshipManagement to manage risks and monitor performance, ensuring compliance within the SRM Framework. Supporting personal and professional growth through coaching. Championing knowledge sharing, best practices, and team development. Ensuring procurement activities comply with policies and regulations. Skills, Capabilities, and Attributes CIPS qualification More ❯
sourcing initiatives. As a Commercial Procurement Manager, you’ll lead end-to-end procurement activities across critical Cyber & Technology programmes, from strategy creation and contract negotiation to post-contract management and supplier performance. You’ll be the single point of contact for key stakeholders, driving procurement excellence and innovation across both Opex and Capex initiatives. With a strong … focus on supplierrelationshipmanagement, you’ll implement frameworks to ensure strategic alignment, governance, and continuous improvement across a portfolio of critical suppliers. IT Procurement Manager responsibilities... Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement for complex Technology procurement programmes, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements Own stakeholder relationships across capital and operational projects, delivering … Amy at amy@procurementheads.com or directly through this page. Key words: procurement, commercial manager, strategic sourcing, cyber procurement, IT procurement, contract management, supplierrelationshipmanagement, SRM, technology procurement, capital projects, opex, capex, innovation, transformation, CIPS, MRICS, APM, stakeholder engagement, procurement project delivery More ❯
London, South East, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Cedar
with the expectations to be on-site 1 day per week. The successful candidate will manager IT category delivery across the organisation including renewals, contract changes and in life suppliermanagement - you will be responsible for managingkey suppliers in line with the internal supplierrelationshipmanagement framework to ensure suppliers are effectively managed. Candidates applying … MUST HAVE: strong background working in a Procurement, Category or Commercial Management role with a focus on IT track record of working with key suppliers in the IT marketplace to deliver value both in terms of cost and delivery of KPIs experience of supplierrelationshipmanagement and vendor management processes is key More ❯
City of London, London, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Cedar Recruitment
with the expectations to be on-site 1 day per week. The successful candidate will manager IT category delivery across the organisation including renewals, contract changes and in life suppliermanagement - you will be responsible for managing key suppliers in line with the internal supplierrelationshipmanagement framework to ensure suppliers are effectively managed. Candidates … applying MUST HAVE: strong background working in a Procurement, Category or Commercial Management role with a focus on IT track record of working with key suppliers in the IT marketplace to deliver value both in terms of cost and delivery of KPIs experience of supplierrelationshipmanagement and vendor management processes is key More ❯
business understanding in the IS team. Deliver strategic transformation program(s) to align and automate our processes and enable efficiency. Working with business teams set up and deliver change management enabling our colleagues to adopt modern tools and new processes. Contribute significantly to IS strategic planning, with a focus on Corporate, HR and Finance systems roadmaps, in close collaboration … and Finance stakeholders and her team to operate effective governance of roadmaps, systems, vendors and projects. You'll need Degree/Masters degree - or equivalent experience Experience of systems management experience. Experience of team management. Project management, program management, systems design and development experience, SDLC (software development lifecycle) experience. Experience in understanding and transforming business processes and … managing requirements, preferably in a Corporate, HR and Finance context Areas of knowledge & level (basic-medium-advanced): Advanced knowledge of team management, stakeholder management and governance Advanced knowledge of systems management, software development, supplierrelationshipmanagement, incident management and project management Advanced understanding and experience of Finance and HR Good understanding of More ❯
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain
This role involves overseeing IT category management within the procurement and supply chain department for a leading industrial and manufacturing business. The Category Manager will be pivotal in driving cost-effective strategies and ensuring supplier performance aligns with business goals. Client Details The company is a reputable and well-established organisation within the manufacturing sector. Operating as a … Category Lead you will be; Responsibility for all of the IT category, as well as the development and delivery of the relevant Subcategory Strategies. Implement as well as manage supplier relationships as an effective and efficient process, ensuring compliance with all policies, minimum standards and governance/risk mechanisms. To ensure that all supplier agreements are effectively implemented … Strong background in building and executing long-term category and subcategory strategies aligned to overall business objectives. Demonstrated success in implementing and managing SupplierRelationshipManagement (SRM) processes, including structured supplier performance reviews and governance frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and gain commitment from diverse business functions and More ❯
of outsourcing activity Much more complex and in depth Category is all non-IT - Customer Claims, Offshoring etc, more customer facing role. Will need strong outsourcing experience Strong stakeholder management/influencing Capabilities: Negotiation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Influencing Skills, Communication Skills, Leadership, Commercial Management, SupplierRelationshipManagement, Governance, Financial Management, Contracting, Strategy, Change … Management, Leadership. … Essential Knowledge and Skills: Commercial and stakeholder management skills and proven track record of building strong internal business relationships Experience and a proven track record of delivering Commercial, SRM, or Category Management within a demanding, fast evolving environment Leading and managing sourcing processes Developing and negotiating agreements Educated to degree level or equivalent preferable CIPS qualification desirable Working More ❯
assemblies. Your success will be measured through achieved cost savings, lead time reduction, quality metrics improvement, and successful implementation of strategic programs. The Principal, APAC Commodities Manager role leads supplier sourcing and selection activities while managing supplier relationships to ensure a supply chain capable of delivering high-quality, cost-effective materials. In this role, you will collaborate closely … with Hardware Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, and Supplier Quality teams to drive New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and supplier qualification processes across the APAC region. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new suppliers while developing strategic multi-sourcing strategies to build a robust and resilient supply chain. Key job responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Supply Chain … Development: - Develop and execute a comprehensive APAC supply chain strategy, integrating supplier development, cost optimization, and technology advancement initiatives. - Drive strategic supplier selection and development aligned with Amazon Robotics' objectives for both current production and future growth. - Establish technology roadmaps with key suppliers to support new product introduction and commodity development programs. - Lead regional footprint optimization and capacity More ❯
assemblies. Your success will be measured through achieved cost savings, lead time reduction, quality metrics improvement, and successful implementation of strategic programs. The Principal, APAC Commodities Manager role leads supplier sourcing and selection activities while managing supplier relationships to ensure a supply chain capable of delivering high-quality, cost-effective materials. In this role, you will collaborate closely … with Hardware Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, and Supplier Quality teams to drive New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and supplier qualification processes across the APAC region. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new suppliers while developing strategic multi-sourcing strategies to build a robust and resilient supply chain. Key job responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Supply Chain … Development: - Develop and execute a comprehensive APAC supply chain strategy, integrating supplier development, cost optimization, and technology advancement initiatives. - Drive strategic supplier selection and development aligned with Amazon Robotics' objectives for both current production and future growth. - Establish technology roadmaps with key suppliers to support new product introduction and commodity development programs. - Lead regional footprint optimization and capacity More ❯
assemblies. Your success will be measured through achieved cost savings, lead time reduction, quality metrics improvement, and successful implementation of strategic programs. The Principal, APAC Commodities Manager role leads supplier sourcing and selection activities while managing supplier relationships to ensure a supply chain capable of delivering high-quality, cost-effective materials. In this role, you will collaborate closely … with Hardware Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, and Supplier Quality teams to drive New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and supplier qualification processes across the APAC region. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new suppliers while developing strategic multi-sourcing strategies to build a robust and resilient supply chain. Key job responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Supply Chain … Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive APAC supply chain strategy, integrating supplier development, cost optimization, and technology advancement initiatives. Drive strategic supplier selection and development aligned with Amazon Robotics' objectives for both current production and future growth. Establish technology roadmaps with key suppliers to support new product introduction and commodity development programs. Lead regional footprint optimization and capacity More ❯
due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to all the roles below: Eligibility to get SC Cleared (ideally Active for a quicker start) SRM systems integration experience SupplierRelationshipManagement & Supplier Risk Management Call me, Alex Manea, at NonStop Recruitment now for a confidential conversation. Contact me on a.manea More ❯
Chorley, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
TVS Supply Chain Solutions UK & Europe
The Indirect Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of non-production goods and services required for business operations. The role focuses on achieving cost savings, ensuring supplier performance, and supporting strategic initiatives across categories such as IT, operations, marketing, facilities, travel and professional services. This position involves working closely with internal stakeholders, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier … for indirect goods and services. Conduct RFQs (Request for Quotations) and RFPs (Request for Proposals) to drive competitive pricing. Develop and implement category strategies aligned with company objectives. 2) SupplierRelationshipManagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). Negotiate contracts, including pricing, terms, and … conditions. 3) Cost Management: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across indirect categories. Analyse spend data to uncover trends and opportunities for consolidation. 4) Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and ensure alignment. Act as the primary point of contact for indirect procurement queries. 5) Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all procurement activities More ❯
Worcester, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
for the Procurement function ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and manage supplier performance. Manging the procurement lifecycle through sourcing, negotiation, and supplierrelationshipmanagement, to deliver value and performance improvements through a strategic approach to supply chain management. … and support that enhances the quality of life for our service users. Livity Life is a small but fast-growing business, and you will be working closely with the management team to define new processes, controls, and systems to support the business in its future growth trajectory. This a great opportunity for someone who wants broad exposure, real responsibility … Responsibilities: Managing the overall Procurement function for Livity Life across all spend categories - including purchase of equipment for customer contracts, SIM connectivity, fleet, facilities, insurance, and other central costs Supplier selection, negotiation, and ongoing relationshipmanagement working closely with the Livity Life management team Support stakeholder departments - working with service centre managers to ensure optimal stock More ❯
Chadderton, Oldham, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company A reputable non-profit organisation based in North Manchester is seeking a self-motivated and experienced Procurement and SupplierRelationship Manager to join their friendly team. The company has won multiple awards over the years and they have gained an excellent reputation within the market. They are looking to appoint this role on a permanent … full-time basis. Your new role As Procurement & SupplierRelationship Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic procurement activity within your given category areas, which, for this role, are Corporate Services and IT/Tech. In this role, you will provide expert guidance and support to stakeholders on best practice procurement and contract management which delivers … optimal value for money.You will devise category management strategies within the asset management space and will lead on procurement projects within this area. The Procurement Manager will ensure compliance to financial, procurement and other relevant legislative regulations, and you will provide contract and supplierrelationship support, to ensure robust contract management practices are implemented. What More ❯
We're working with Heathrow Airport to find an experienced Commercial Manager to join their Technology & Corporate Services Procurement team. This is a high-impact role supporting strategic sourcing, suppliermanagement, and commercial delivery across critical Cyber and Technology programmes. What You'll Be Doing: Lead procurement strategies across Cyber & Technology, from sourcing to post-contract management … contact for stakeholders, capital projects, and supplier relationships Manage strategic sourcing for high-value, complex programmes Oversee contract renewals, supplier performance, and commercial governance Implement Heathrow's SRM framework to drive supplier collaboration and performance Key Skills & Experience: Strong background in procurement and contracting , including strategy, negotiation, and post-contract support Experience working on Cyber and Technology … programmes Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive value through innovative commercial models Skilled in supplierrelationshipmanagement and performance tracking Desirable: Professional qualifications such as CIPS, MRICS, APM , or equivalent Knowledge of aviation, security assets, support models , and emerging technology trends If you're ready to shape the future of technology procurement at one of the More ❯
Source code deposit requirements o Build and verification processes o Contractual considerations Design a supporting operating model defining role-based escrow responsibilities. Establish best-practice governance, reporting, and records management for escrow arrangements. Drive remediation efforts to ensure critical third-party services are protected by effective escrow mechanisms. Engage closely with Legal, Procurement, Technology, and external escrow providers to … embed stronger controls. Define and implement governance and oversight structures to maintain compliance and manage exceptions. ________________________________________ What Youll Bring: Experience: Strong track record in end-to-end software escrow management, including contract setup, source code verification, live scenario execution, and framework oversight. Hands-on experience with source code deposit and build verification, including coordinating technical verifications with external agents. … Regulation 2022/2554). Background in Third Party Risk and Resilience, with experience in cybersecurity, business continuity, and exit strategies. Familiarity with SupplierRelationshipManagement (SRM) best practices. Skills: Analytical thinker with the ability to convert complex data and requirements into clear, actionable plans. Self-starter who can independently drive results and manage competing priorities. Strong More ❯
Services. This role will lead a team and be fully responsible for all global IT spend in areas which includes Cloud and Infrastructure foundation, Network and Mobile, Security Access Management as well as Employee Experience Tech Platform. In addition to being part of the IT procurement leadership team, the role holder will also be a member of the leadership … and defend Unilever's interests. Key Accountabilities Partner with Tech foundation Leadership team to understand the business needs, bring deep expertise and insights and develop procurement sourcing strategy and supplierrelationshipmanagement strategy. Connect strategy & execution aligned to Unilever Compass, Global Divisions, Functions & Markets goals and priorities, aligned with Procurement Lighthouse Strategy and GDT Strategy. Deliver against … and contracting Understanding of supply market, value chain, and FMCG knowledge. Knowledge of Cloud Computing, Network, Infrastructure, portfolios and supply markets would be a strong plus. Experience in strategic supplierrelationship management. Experience with Microsoft, Google, ServiceNow and Oracle is a plus Experience on large-scale project management Demonstrated and proven leadership capabilities to lead a virtual More ❯
Action Plan as illustrated below: ABOUT IT Procurement Global IT Procurement, part of Global MBS IT Power of One Portfolio, manages an annual spend of 1.3B Euro with a supplier base of about 3,000. The team has mission of 'be the trusted advisory team to enable sustainable competitive business solutions and value thru mastery of IT industry and … supplier knowledge, total cost of ownership, bold priority, and efficiency. It operates under 'Together we Grow Higher' culture which includes Empower, Empathy, Constructive Challenge, Fulfillment and Have Fun. IT Procurement Portfolio Lead for Tech Foundation, is responsible for development and implementation of the sourcing strategy for IT in the areas of Tech Platform and Innovation. This role will be … ways of works and roles and responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Partner with Tech Leadership team to understand the business needs, bring deep expertise and insights and develop procurement sourcing strategy and supplierrelationshipmanagement strategy. Connect strategy & execution aligned to Unilever Productivity program, Global Divisions, Functions & Markets goals and priorities, aligned with Procurement Lighthouse Strategy and GDT Strategy. Work More ❯
party suppliers, which may be based across the UK and Europe. Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Group Technology and business teams (eg, claims, underwriting, risk). Contribute to suppliermanagement strategies and initiatives, including supplier reduction and cost-saving measures. The skills you'll need: Proven experience in a similar global IT procurement/category management … software, SaaS, cloud, and IT professional services agreements. Strong contract negotiation skills, including the ability to manage complex commercial models and pricing structures from third-party suppliers. Excellent external supplierrelationshipmanagement skills. Strong stakeholder engagement across business and technology teams. Ability to work independently in a remote/hybrid working environment and manage workstreams autonomously. Desirable More ❯