Head of Strategic SupplierManagement - EMEA page is loaded Head of Strategic SupplierManagement - EMEA Apply remote type Hybrid Working locations London time type Full time posted on Posted Today time left to apply End Date: August 9, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id R-10775 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 More ❯
partnerships, and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Director, Business Administration - SupplierManagement OVERVIEW The Bank of England (The Bank) recognises Vocalink as a Specified Service Provider of critical national infrastructure to multiple Recognised Payment System Operators (e.g., PayUK, LINK … RPSOs. As part of our regulatory obligations, there are rules around how we should engage with and manage our suppliers and the risks associated with using third parties. The SupplierManagement function ensures we uphold our obligations to our regulators. Our goal is to demonstrate a clear understanding of our supply chain and associated risks, actively governing that … supply base within appropriate management frameworks based on the required level of oversight. Vocalink operates its own SupplierManagement Framework to comply with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The SupplierManagement team ensures suppliers are managed in line with this framework. The team maintains a separate artefact repository containing key third-party governance documentation More ❯
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 Supplier Relationship Management 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, you More ❯
to life. This allows us to innovate quickly and on limitless ideas. Current advancements are underway in autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more. The Robotics Operations and Supply Chain organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics technology and is responsible for getting the right materials … functionally with teams across the globe, and is driven by data and metrics. The Supply Chain team is seeking an experienced Sr. Global Commodity Manager for APAC to lead suppliermanagement and strategic sourcing initiatives in the region. This role is crucial in supporting new product introduction programs and developing long-term commodity strategies. The ideal candidate will … be a self-driven professional with a strong background in global suppliermanagement, new supplier introduction, and supplier development. As a Sr. Global Commodity Manager for APAC, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that your assigned commodities and suppliers meet the technical and commercial specifications required by Amazon Robotics' internal Manufacturing Operations, SupplierMore ❯
Inside IR35 London/Hybrid role working 2 days in the office Provide strategic suppliermanagement across Technology, including governance, risk and issue management, financial tracking and coaching to the team. Support complex, high-profile supplier engagements and act as a key escalation point. Develop and implement robust suppliermanagement processes to deliver efficiency … reduce risk, encourage innovation and strengthen supplier resilience. Support Procurement in contract negotiations, renewals and change management, advising senior management on supplier strategy, planning and risk exposure. Monitor service levels and performance, resolve disputes and cultivate collaborative relationships to ensure value for money and maintain the client's position as a customer of choice. More ❯
Data Insight Analyst - Category Specialist London, United Kingdom Posted on 03/06/2025 Zoro UK is a wholly owned subsidiary of Grainger (NYSE: GWW), a global industrial supplier with headquarters in Lake Forest, IL, USA. We are a new business in the Industrial MRO market, looking to increase our share of the market through a proposition focused … on our customers' needs. The Zoro teams are based in London and Leicester. Leicester hosts the Supplier, Merchandising, Customer, and Finance teams, while our Development, Marketing, and Data Analytics teams are in London. Working for Zoro UK means operating within a start-up culture but with the support of an established global player in the MRO market. We aim … expertise in data science, SQL, and Python. Interpret data, analyze results using statistical methods, and produce ongoing reports. Assess the performance of Suppliers and Assortments within the Category and SupplierManagement teams. Ensure optimal logistics approaches for Zoro SKUs, whether via Dropship or Stocked. Deliver reporting requirements set by the team and support broader business reporting needs. Identify More ❯
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Procurement and Contracts Management Working pattern: Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available: 1 Location MOD Corsham (SN13 9ET) or MOD Main Building London (SW1A 2HB) as base location. About the job Job summary Due to the nature of the role, this position is open to UK Nationals only. We are looking for talented … support,Defence Digital Commercial is building a centre of procurement excellence, focusing on getting the best outcomes across all our contracts. We are developing a more strategic approach to supplier relationship management and implementing new ways of working that will embed good practice category management. We are committed to developing our staff, providing opportunities to develop and grow … s activity. With contract values typically sub( Early engagement with Business stakeholders to define the scope, requirements, route to market and define and procurement activity and documentation. Market and supplier engagement securing proposals from suppliers and getting market insight to shape commercial activity. Support to the approvals process and Business Case process (Requisition, financial and commercial approval, as well 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 ❯
environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. The role requires a proactive leader who can drive IT operational excellence, manage security risks … a detailed knowledge of technical IT support roles/services as a requirement, across multiple technical areas. The role requires the ability to "lead by example" and perform line management for direct reports and manage service partners reporting into the function. Additional responsibilities are to respond to support requests by Key Responsibilities: IT Operations & Cloud Platform Management Lead … business continuity (BC) and disaster recovery (DR) plans, ensuring cloud- based solutions support resilience and rapid recovery. Manage Global Infrastructure (Cloud, On-prem and Virtual product) Solution Life Cycle Management and removal (via decommissioning and succession planning) of technical debt. Drive a document first culture to new and legacy platforms/solutions. Oversee management of the End User More ❯
days in the office and 2 days remotely. Job Description: In this exciting opportunity you will be responsible for managing all key local technology suppliers within a specific suppliermanagement category within the Running Great Restaurant Technology (RGRT) team. There are 3 categories: Customer & Restaurant, Back office & Corporate Services, Infrastructure & Office. This role is accountable for product roadmaps … and backlog management across locally managed suppliers, and for ensuring that value creation and business outcomes align with OKR (Objectives and Key Results) targets and budgets. They will also contribute to, and play a critical role in, enhancing the framework that ensures McDonald's suppliers deliver robust, resilient and high quality products and services, along with innovative, service-focused … continuous improvement and maximise value. The Vendor Manager will also hold responsibility for the ongoing strategy, governance and business relationship with McDonald's tier 1 suppliers within each respective supplier category. What will my accountabilities be? Provide leadership within the RGRT team to foster a high-performing culture aligned with the company values Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to 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 supplier relationship management 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 supplier relationship management and vendor management processes is key More ❯
Main Responsibilities As the Head of IT Service Delivery, you will lead a function of service specialists with responsibility for the UK Banks IT Service Management capabilities (incident, problem, change, release and reporting), the IT Service Desk (supporting c. 3800 users) and IT Assurance activity covering the Services & Infrastructure department. You will be joining the bank at a time … ITSM tooling for the UK Bank, a new contact center solution for the IT Service Desk, an IT Service Desk enhancement programme and establishing relevant parts of a Service Management Framework for the UK Bank. This is a full-time role based at the London office with a requirement to be part of the out of hours Major Incident … rota (currently 1 in 6 weeks). Other Responsibilities ITIL Process Implementation and Management IT Service Desk Leadership and Team Development Stakeholder Engagement Incident and Problem Management Change, Release and Configuration Management Risk management and Compliance SupplierManagement Group Services Assurance Ideal Candidate Research (by Harvard University) shows that women are particularly likely to More ❯
London Bridge, London, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Live Recruitment
projects/technical production project areas Being involved in the briefing process to determine key technical deliverables and advising of solutions Ensuring seamless technical delivery across projects Creation and management of production schedules and timelines Working closely with internal teams including briefing creative Supplier selection and management Stakeholder management Ensuring H&S across projects Budget management including post event reconciliation Onsite management The Candidate To be considered for this Technical Producer role candidates must have a solid and proven background of technical delivery having worked across a range of complex projects gained either from working for a production agency or technical supply background. Strong client and stakeholder management is key and although candidates … must have a broad technical understanding (lighting, AV, build) a solid and proven background of the delivery of projects and working collaboratively with teams in non-negotiable. Strong suppliermanagement skills are essential and ideally candidates will have had experience working on projects internationally. Candidates currently working as a Technical Producer or Technical Project Manager would be ideal More ❯
world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the … manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all requirements e.g. HR, marketing, finance, professional services etc for the relevant business stream. … one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and More ❯
Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT operations functions including Cloud infrastructure operations and disaster recovery. Management of outsourced service provider activities including IT service levels, audit, compliance, IT controls and disaster recovery activities. What you will be doing: Operations Management Act as initial point of contact and escalation for Cloud infrastructure operations. Ensure … and managed service provider on the delivery of IT projects and cyber security remediation activities. Attend service reviews and carry out performance report reviews. Assist with maturing IT service management principles including governance, policies, processes, procedures, and standards. Identify opportunities for optimisation, automation, and process improvements. Assist with implementation of cloud automation and optimisation initiatives. Act as key member … service providers to ensure security vulnerabilities are managed and remediated. Work with MSP to ensure SOWs and SLAs are carried out to agreed performance targets and outcomes. Carry out suppliermanagement activities including regular monthly service review meetings. Act as SME during any IT service onboarding activities for business acquisitions or new suppliers. Work with MSP to prepare More ❯
the entire purchasing process : giving employees an easy place to make requests (Intake), managing the necessary approvals for the purchase to be made (Approvals Engine), and automating all renewals management & supplier risk assessments. Omnea gives both buyers, and finance & procurement leaders critical visibility into how, when, and why money is being spent. Given the current market's increased … VCs like Accel , First Round , & Point Nine . Welcome to Spend Control 2.0 - built for tougher times. The Opportunity We're transforming how enterprises manage trillions in annual supplier relationships, and we need someone exceptional to help us build the engineering team that will make it happen. As our founding dedicated Engineering Talent Lead, you'll have the rare … a Series A rocket ship attracts and hires world-class engineering talent and help build the foundation of a company that will define the future of B2B procurement and suppliermanagement technology. You'll own the end to end recruiting process, personally doing sourcing through to process management, offer and close, and enable our rapid growth as More ❯
quality, persuasive bid responses that clearly articulate value and differentiation. Manage bid timelines , ensuring all deliverables are completed on time and to a consistently high standard. Decision Making Bid Management Relationship Building Growth Mindset What we'd like to see on your CV A solid understanding of the end-to-end bid lifecycle and its key stages. A self … . Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. A flexible mindset, using initiative to adapt to evolving requirements and dynamic environments. Demonstrated experience in project management, bid management, or suppliermanagement . 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based) 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service Huge More ❯
move into a direct customer-facing CSM role in your market and continue to receive mentoring and coaching support to accelerate your growth. CSM focus areas: SAP Finance & Spend Management ( F&S) - Knowledge in key areas such as accounting, procurement, and suppliermanagement, focused on boosting visibility, cutting costs, and improving efficiency. S/4HANA Finance Finance … Quote to Cash(Q2C) Procurement SAP SuccessFactors (H uman Capital Management - H CM) - Knowledge in core HR and payroll, talent management, employee experience management, HR analytics, workforce planning, and sales performance management. SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) - Knowledge in Supply Chain, Asset Management, Manufacturing, Logistics, or Product and Project lifecycle management. SAP Customer Experience (CX … Knowledge of e-commerce, sales, customer service, and marketing processes. SAP Business Transformation Management (BTM) - Knowledge in Business Process Management/Business Process Automation applications SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) & SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC) - Knowledge in database and data management, analytics, application development and integration, intelligent technologies, and AI. Understanding of Integration, Application, Data, Infrastructure, and 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 Act as the single point of 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 supplier relationship management 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 More ❯
receive an alert: Location: UK - London, UK - Hatfield, UK - Manchester, UK - Milton Keynes, UK - Mobile England, UK - Nottingham, UK - Reading Job-ID: 214246 Contract type: Standard Business Unit: Partner Management Life on the team At Computacenter UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture that emphasises diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Weare committed to building supportive and rewarding relationships, celebrating … first, keeping our promises, and considering long-term sustainability in all our decisions. As we look to scale our Group Professional Services business, the role of Head of Partner Management will be responsible for leading, shaping and delivering the resourcing partner and agency strategy and service for Group Professional Services (GPS). Working as the Group Head of Partner … Management your role is pivotal in maximizing the value derived from your relationships with partners and agencies in the UK, France and Germany, as well as developing, managing, and providing access to a Professional Services international partner network in regions and territories outside of the core operating countries. You will be responsible for leading a team that builds and More ❯
using RFx, analysis, and capability mapping tools and techniques) and develop the partner network (using due diligence, financial analysis, as well as contracting principles and methodologies). Strong relationship management skills are essential, including procurement, negotiation, relationship management, and service portfolio skills. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues across the organization to create a more joined-up … advising on the best use of the existing international partner network and/or the need to source potential new partners to provide delivery capabilities. Working collaboratively with Partner Management colleagues across Computacenter you will source the most appropriate skills and experience (CVs/profiles) to meet customer requirements to ensure quality delivery to our customers. Where we need …/pricing (RFx) to establish competitive processes for partner selection and pricing/cost agreements that aligns with customer demand and provides competitive services for our customers. Partner Commercial Management & Partner Contracting Building pricing and cost management models, including rate cards, pricing agreements and other commercial models, that create wins with our partners, allowing efficient cost modelling and More ❯
ensure the effective day-to-day delivery of IT services across both shared and in-house environments, with a strong focus on ITIL disciplines - Incident, Problem, Change, and Asset Management - and Cyber Security risk management . The postholder will act as the customer-facing lead for operational IT, ensuring services are reliable, secure, and responsive to user needs. … Key Responsibilities Manage the performance and quality of outsourced, shared service and in-house IT services Own and operate the ITIL processes: Incident , Problem , Change , and Asset Management Act as the operational interface with the other organisation (the shared service provider) Maintain the CMDB and configuration item lifecycle tracking Lead on cyber security risk assessments , patch assurance , vulnerability management … Demonstrable experience managing operational IT services in a mixed shared service/in-house/outsourced environment Deep knowledge of ITIL v4 practices, especially Incident, Problem, Change, and Asset Management Experience with service desk systems and CMDBs Familiarity with cybersecurity operations (e.g., vulnerability scanning, patch management, access reviews) Strong stakeholder engagement and suppliermanagement skills Ability More ❯
integration projects, and provide procurement advisory services. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Buyer Sales and Technology teams to ensure seamless delivery and customer success. Account Management : Lead the Customer Success team to proactively manage relationships with existing buyer accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction, retention, and adoption of ShipServ's solutions. Drive expansion opportunities by identifying customer … or Procurement with IT skills. 5+ years of experience in maritime industry managing procurement teams and processes is highly desirable 2+ years of experience in a Customer Success, Account Management, or Consulting role - preferably in B2B SaaS. Strong understanding of procurement process, category management and suppliermanagement skills preferably within maritime industry. Proven track record of More ❯
and eCRM customer journey. You will oversee the operational aspects of website content, ensuring it's up-to-date, technically sound, and optimised for search. You will lead website management projects, ensuring functionality, performance, and user experience are always at their best. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Marketing to develop and execute CRM strategies aimed … at customer retention, prospect acquisition, and conversion. What You'll Be Doing: Website Management: Oversee operational efficiency and website updates in collaboration with our website agency. Manage website bugs and development roadmaps, ensuring smooth project progression. Ensure website security in partnership with external agencies and developers. Lead content updates, working closely with copywriters, content creators, and the wider marketing … agency to optimise the conversion funnel. Oversee CRM and website agencies to implement customer journey improvements and manage data feeds between systems. Take the lead on eCRM strategy, including management of ESP providers and CRM database oversight. UX/UI and Content Management: Partner with agencies to conduct user research and improve website UX. Manage content requests and More ❯
London, South East, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Travel Trade Recruitment
and eCRM customer journey. You will oversee the operational aspects of website content, ensuring it's up-to-date, technically sound, and optimised for search. You will lead website management projects, ensuring functionality, performance, and user experience are always at their best. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Marketing to develop and execute CRM strategies aimed … at customer retention, prospect acquisition, and conversion. What You'll Be Doing: Website Management: Oversee operational efficiency and website updates in collaboration with our website agency. Manage website bugs and development roadmaps, ensuring smooth project progression. Ensure website security in partnership with external agencies and developers. Lead content updates, working closely with copywriters, content creators, and the wider marketing … agency to optimise the conversion funnel. Oversee CRM and website agencies to implement customer journey improvements and manage data feeds between systems. Take the lead on eCRM strategy, including management of ESP providers and CRM database oversight. UX/UI and Content Management: Partner with agencies to conduct user research and improve website UX. Manage content requests and More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum, Inc benefits, OTE