The AA, Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom
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Company Description / Business Unit
Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week) with regular travel to our London office
Employment Type: Permanent, full time
Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance
Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.
For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Supplier & Commercial Manager means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.
Our Chief Operating Office (COO) is the backbone of The AA, providing stability and support for growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.
This is the job
We are looking for a Supplier & Commercial Manager to join our Procurement team. This role supports the Category Head of Procurement in delivering the Group Procurement strategy, ensuring maximum value from third-party spend, including cost reduction, working capital benefits, revenue generation, and service delivery.
The successful candidate will play a key role in proactively managing and optimising supplier partnerships, ensuring compliance with Procurement policies and third-party risk management requirements.
What will I be doing?
* Develop and implement a Strategic Spend Management agenda in line with corporate policies and procedures.
* Lead and support contract renewals, ensuring commercial and service propositions meet expectations.
* Identify opportunities to generate efficiencies and improve cost and revenue.
* Manage and administer contract amendments and changes.
* Serve as the subject matter expert and escalation point for all strategic suppliers.
* Lead regular supplier business reviews to manage supplier performance and enable value delivery.
What do I need?
* Strong experience in Procurement processes, full lifecycle sourcing, and category management.
* Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
* Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and outcomes, bringing tangible commercial value through successful contracting and management.
* Analytical, data-driven mindset with experience in creating and driving metrics and reports.
* Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills, with a proactive 'can-do' approach and strong attention to detail.
* Experience with supplier risk management in a regulated industry and proficiency in SAP Ariba or similar sourcing systems is desirable.
Additional information
Benefits
We’re committed to recognising and rewarding our employees. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
* Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
* Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
* Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
* Employee discount scheme offering car salary sacrifice and discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays, and more
* Company-funded life assurance
* Diverse learning and development opportunities to support your career progression
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
Plus, so much more!
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. We value diversity and the positive impact it brings to our culture and customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered, and truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds to drive positive change.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Sales and Business Development
Industries
* Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Insurance
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