Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading public sector client to recruit for a Head of Supplier Relationships
This role will be charged with leading and developing strategic engagement with the client base.
Main purpose of the job
Fostering strong collaborative relationships
Lead post-delivery framework management
Developing and implementing a supplier engagement strategy
Manage the post-delivery framework management process, liaising cross-functionally with central and regional teams
Act as the senior escalation point
Manage and host framework meetings
Implement and engagement strategy with suppliers
Support promotion & pretender agreements
Monitor and manage industry trends along with industry opportunities
Promote and drive supplier innovationJob Requirements
Experience in a Supplier Relationship management role
Strong knowledge of public sector procurement and frameworks
Happy to travel across the UK
Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate and manage internal and external stakeholdersBenefits
Hybrid working
Very generous pension contribution
Discretionary annual bonus
34 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy more if required
Individual training budget
Employee assistance programme
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Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy