3 of 3 Contract Supplier Management Jobs in the Thames Valley

portfolio. The role ensures continuous development and improvement of services and promotes and drives efficiency. Works closely with Application vendors to manage supplier performance and to ensure that every application has a roadmap with technical prerequisites understood across supporting teams within the IT service. Works with key stakeholders across … strategic priorities across the Councils Directorates. Role Details: The role requires someone to lead the delivery and performance of application services, ensuring effective demand management through the DDaT Front Door, robust supplier management, and continuous service improvement. Responsible for application lifecycle, stakeholder engagement, and delivering efficiencies ...

optimal commercial outcomes Develop and deliver innovation-driven sourcing solutions to address business challenges Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transition into supplier management and contract delivery Influence stakeholders at all levels, using political awareness and strategic engagement Drive continuous improvement, demand management, and customer … with a proven record of delivering savings IT experience is essential. Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills Solid understanding of contract law and financial management Demonstrable success managing complex sourcing opportunities Experienced in cross-functional, agile working environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including at executive level Strong ...

such as Microsoft) Provide commercial insight, risk mitigation, and sourcing strategy guidance Drive cost optimisation, value creation, and efficiency improvements Build and manage strategic supplier relationships and performance Key Requirements Technology-focused Procurement Manager (essential) - must be a specialist, not a generalist Proven experience across Infrastructure, Hardware, Telecoms procurement … complex environments Strong negotiation and commercial capability with ownership of high-value deals Experience working with and influencing senior stakeholders Strong grounding in supplier management and category planning Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear ...