Strategic Procurement Manager

4 weeks ago


Warrington, Warrington, United Kingdom United Utilities Full time

Strategic Supplier Manager Role

United Utilities is seeking a skilled Strategic Supplier Manager to join our commercial team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing up to four of our most critical suppliers, ensuring seamless collaboration and driving significant savings throughout the contract lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee key suppliers, developing joint account plans and ensuring compliance with contracts.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and senior leadership to execute the Supplier Management Framework.
  • Develop and implement strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance.
  • Manage and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams.

Requirements:

  • Degree-educated with a relevant post-graduate qualification or equivalent knowledge/experience.
  • Proven track record in supplier management.
  • Demonstrated senior-level stakeholder management skills.
  • Familiarity with key supplier management processes.
  • Leadership/team management experience.
  • Full UK driving license.

What We Offer:

  • A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays.
  • A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution.
  • A 5% performance-related bonus scheme.
  • A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme.
  • As part of our commercial team, you will benefit from a range of training and development programs.

At United Utilities, we value diversity, inclusion, and innovation in our workplace, fostering a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We champion flexible ways of working, requiring in-person attendance three days per week.

Employee Assistance Plan and Enhanced parental leave schemes are also available.

Pension information: Pension information



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