Senior Category Manager
2 weeks ago
We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance Hours: 9-5 Monday-Friday
The Vendor Manager is responsible for managing relationships with external IT suppliers and vendors to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services that align with the organisation's strategic goals. This role involves overseeing the procurement process, negotiating contracts, and monitoring supplier performance to ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) and quality standards. The IT Supplier Manager will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to identify needs, facilitate effective communication, and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance. Track and evaluate supplier performance against established metrics and SLAs, addressing any issues or non-compliance in a timely manner.
Manage the end-to-end procurement process for IT products and services, including needs assessment, supplier selection, and purchase order management.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier relationships and procurement processes, ensuring that contingency plans are in place.
Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in supplier performance and procurement processes, seeking opportunities to enhance service delivery and efficiency.
Prepare regular reports on supplier performance, procurement activities, and market trends, providing insights to inform decision-making at the executive level.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in supplier/vendor management, procurement, or contract management within the IT sector.
Strong understanding of IT procurement processes and supplier performance metrics.
Familiarity with IT products and services, including hardware, software, and cloud solutions.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess supplier performance and identify areas for improvement.
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience in a leadership or managerial role within supplier management or procurement.
Knowledge of procurement software and tools for managing supplier relationships and contracts.
Familiarity with financial analysis related to procurement and supplier management, including budgeting and cost control.
QUALITIES AND BEHAVIOURS:
Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.
There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.
Our Vision We believe that with a great education, every neurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in the world.
Our Mission Every day we improve the lives of our pupils, their families, and local communities through a relentless focus on wellbeing and learning.
Life Assurance
~ Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
~“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
~ Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
~100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
~ Cycle to Work Schemes
~ Electric Car Purchase Scheme
~ Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance
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