Supplier Relationship Manager – Water Sector
£45,000–£55,000 + 5% bonus + benefits
Remote with occasional travel
Are you experienced in managing supplier or partner relationships within the water or utilities sector?
We’re looking for a Supplier Relationship Manager to take ownership of performance, governance, and collaboration across several third-party water-only and water & sewerage companies.
This role will play a key part in ensuring effective partnerships, strong performance management, and continuous improvement across all supplier relationships.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Managing and optimising performance across multiple third-party water suppliers
* Leading regular business and performance reviews, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are achieved
* Overseeing governance, audit, and risk management processes within the supplier framework
* Identifying opportunities for improvement and supporting key change initiatives
* Collaborating closely with finance, operations, and project teams to drive successful outcomes
* Leading on change management and people management responsibilities within your team
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in supplier management, performance management, or commercial partnerships
* Background in the water or wider utilities industry (ideally water-only or water & sewerage companies)
* Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence and lead performance conversations
* Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
What’s on Offer
* Salary between £45,000–£55,000, plus 5% bonus and comprehensive benefits
* Remote working with occasional travel to supplier or partner sites
* The chance to play a key role in shaping supplier performance across the UK water network
If you’re passionate about driving performance, building strong partnerships, and making a real impact in the utilities sector, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat to learn more.