2 of 2 Permanent Supplier Management Jobs in Avon

to resolve blockers, implement process improvement and manage a small team of two Procurement Business Partners. Your responsibilities will include: * Lead strategic procurement delivery across IT, Hard & Soft Facilities Management, and Customer Communications categories, managing a spend portfolio of approximately £163 million.* Design and implement category strategies that align with business objectives and deliver measurable value.* Build strong relationships … enhance efficiency and compliance.* Manage and develop a team of two Procurement Business Partners, providing leadership, coaching, and support.* Oversee end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and performance tracking when needed.* Ensure procurement practices comply with public sector regulations (old UCR15 frameworks and PA23)* Monitor market trends and supplier innovations to inform … strategic sourcing decisions and maintain competitive advantage. What you'll need to succeed: * Extensive experience in IT procurement is essential, with Facilities Management category experience being highly desirable* Proven line management experience, with the ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.* Demonstrated success in managing procurement portfolios of a similar scale (circa £150 million).* Strong More ❯

to expert for the IT Category (c. £80m),providing strategic advice and hands-on support throughout the full procurementlifecycle. From developing business cases and sourcing strategies to contractnegotiation and supplier management, you'll ensure procurement activity alignswith business goals and delivers real value.Your responsibilitieswill include: Partnering with senior stakeholders to plan and deliver procurement strategies. Leading category management for high-value and high-risk goods and services. Managing end-to-end sourcing and tendering processes in line with UK procurement law (PA23) Driving supplier performance and contract compliance through robust management. Leading improvement initiatives and sharing best practices across the procurement team. What you'll need tosucceed Strong commercial acumen and a strategic mindset. Proven experience More ❯