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Overview
As Supplier Relationship Management Specialist, you will design, implement, and document a comprehensive IT SRM program for DigitalX. You will manage key supplier relationships, oversee performance, stakeholder satisfaction, and governance to drive innovation, compliance, and operational excellence across the DigitalX supplier base.
Hybrid Working
At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life, so we offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues in person at the office alongside the flexibility to work from home; optimising the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.
Responsibilities
* Develop and launch a global IT SRM framework including segmentation, governance, performance management, and innovation tracking.
* Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of IT suppliers.
* Manage contract lifecycle activities (renewals, amendments, negotiations).
* Utilize SRM platforms (e.g., Vizibl, ServiceNow, Ariba) to automate reporting and enable real-time visibility into supplier performance.
Essential Knowledge & Experience
* Proven experience in IT supplier management, preferably in the pharmaceutical / life sciences or other highly regulated industry.
* Experience designing and operationalizing SRM programs at scale.
* Strong understanding of IT contract structures, compliance, and risk management.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across global teams.
* Strong Microsoft Office skills (MS Excel, in particular).
Education
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Supply Chain, or related field.
* Preferred Skills & Knowledge:
* Advanced Degree (e.g. Master of Business Administration).
* Consulting Experience.
* Experience working in the Pharmaceutical or other highly regulated industry.
* ServiceNow experience.
* Experience with Data Analytics and Visualization tools (e.g Qlik, Power BI, etc.).
Additional Information
* Type of role: This is a permanent role
* Location: UK
* This position follows a hybrid working model, blending home-based work with a minimum of 1 day per quarter in the office (to be confirmed based on primary location and business need). Flexibility may be required in line with business needs.
* This role may require travel domestically and/or internationally.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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