Supplier Relationship Manager IT

Alexander Lloyd ,
Brighton, East Sussex
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £50,000 per annum

Overview

Alexander Lloyd are currently supporting a FTSE100 financial services based in Brighton as they look to appoint an experience Supplier Relationship Manager to support the IT department, managing their key commercial and contractual relationships with suppliers. This role is a permanent position, sitting with Group IT, reporting into the Head of Supplier and Software Management. Your duties will include: Management and lead commercial relationships with suppliers to ensure contract compliance including performance against SLA's Implement and manage supplier management controls and governance in the context of the relevant policies and risks Negotiation renewals, in-life negotiations and new supplier engagements Actively identify and lead opportunities to drive value and improve performance of potential supply base Look to reduce cost and risk, driving overall performance The successful candidate will have a strong background working within Software Technology from a procurement/supplier relationship perspective. We are looking for someone who has the gravitas to work with senior stakeholders and operate autonomously in a fast paced environment. Salary for this role will be £55,000-£60,000 plus 20% bonus and generous benefits.