Job Opportunity: Supplier Manager (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Location: Bristol, Birmingham, Edinburgh, or Halifax (Hybrid)
Salary: From £70,000 per annum plus extensive benefits
Are you ready to elevate your career in the financial technology sector? Join our dynamic team as a Supplier Manager and play a pivotal role in driving success within a global leader in payments technology!
About Us
At our organisation, we empower businesses of all sizes to make, take, and manage payments seamlessly. Operating in 146 countries and across 135 currencies, we are at the forefront of omni-commerce, helping our customers become more efficient, secure, and successful.
Your Role
As a Supplier Manager, you will be instrumental in building strong relationships with our technology suppliers. You'll work closely with senior internal and external partners, ensuring services align with our policies and business expectations. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a collaborative environment!
What You'll Do
Develop and manage a portfolio of suppliers while fostering collaborative relationships.
Ensure suppliers deliver exceptional value and competitive advantages aligned with strategic objectives.
Actively manage supplier relationships and apply appropriate Treatment Standards.
utilise data to identify trends and drive continuous improvements to maximise value and minimise risk.
Provide professional advice and expertise to key partners and colleagues.
Balance accountability and partnership, working together to identify continuous value.What You'll Need
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
A proven track record in delivering results with accountability.
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
Exceptional communication abilities to engage and influence.
A solid understanding of risk management and business insights.
The capability to manage ambiguity and change effectively.
Excellent judgement and decision-making skills.
A growth mindset and self-awareness.Desirable Skills
Experience working with suppliers or third parties.
Proficiency in sourcing.
An understanding of cyber security, operational resilience, data privacy, technology, and cloud policies.Why Join Us?
We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:
Medical insurance
Income protection
Critical illness and life insurance
Access to a discounted benefits website
A library of online training materials
Future career and certification opportunitiesWorking Pattern
This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, with a hybrid working model (2 days in the office).
How to Apply
If you're motivated to make a difference and meet the qualifications above, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your up-to-date CV, highlighting your relevant experience. If you don't hear from us within 48 hours, unfortunately, your application has not been successful this time; however, we may keep your details for future openings.
We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Join us in our mission to help Britain prosper and be part of a leading team in supplier management. Your journey to success starts here!
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