Construction/Infrastructure Supplier Lead

1 month ago

West Midlands, United Kingdom Cedar Full time
Job Description

Do you want to be part of the UK's transformation programme for it's Carbon Neutral/net zero future? we are looking for a dynamic and passionate individual to act as the lead on managing the critical supplier partnership for major infrastructure suppliers, responsible for ensuring that the organisation becomes a customer of choice for their critical suppliers, enabling better leverage on supplier relationships to support strategic objectives. You will ideally come from a construction/infrastructure and/or Utilities/CAPEX background and have worked on high value supplier management on major transformation projects. You will be used to working in a fast paced, change environment, managing step change along the way, with both internal and external stakeholders. Please note this is not an IT role.

Key Skills -

  • Develop and execute the Supplier Relationship Management strategy in partnership with category teams.
  • Define supplier and contract management approach, as a Centre of Excellence, for all suppliers based on rigorous segmentation (e.g., based on spend, criticality).
  • Support global and regional management teams in appropriate commercial strategies, assessing contract risks, executing mitigation plans and building effective partnerships with vendors that ensures opportunities to drive value are leveraged.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through the digitalisation and automation of the contract management process. Lead the implementation of such initiatives on behalf of the wider Procurement function and ensure a consistent contract management process is adhered to.
  • Regularly re-assess and update segmentation ensuring that our approach evolves as the supplier dynamics evolve.
  • Define tools, standards, and methodology for demand forecasting to support Business Partners; consolidate groupwide demand forecast.
  • Provide supplier insight and use as the basis for appropriate action planning to continuously improve the perception, with the goal of becoming a 'Client of Choice'.
  • Facilitate, mediate, and provide recommendations on path forward when category/Business Unit priorities conflict - including escalating to relevant stakeholders with Procurement.
  • Coordinate & facilitate stakeholder engagements (e.g., forums, workshops) with strategic suppliers across Business Units and category teams.
  • Proven experience in procurement & supply chain transformation projects
  • Designing, implementing, and managing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for supplier risk management.
  • Prior experience in the energy/utilities sector/petrochem
  • Background in capital expenditure procurement projects
  • Excellent understanding of supplier risk management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and frameworks related to supplier risk management in the energy sector.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess and mitigate supplier-related risks effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to influence senior stakeholders to take action.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities -

  • Monitor and evaluate supplier performance and compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, legal, and compliance, to ensure the integration of supplier risk management practices into overall organizational processes.
  • Conduct thorough supplier risk assessments, evaluating financial stability and compliance with regulations
  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes related to supplier risk management in the energy sector.
  • Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on new processes, procedures, and best practices.
  • Develop comprehensive supplier strategies for strategic suppliers building in perspectives from other teams (e.g., Sustainability, Supply Chain Risk) and aligning with business priorities.
  • Lead a highly motivated, innovative, and value-focused team, developing talent and a performance management culture that drives value through employee engagement which successfully meets or exceeds all strategic objectives for the area.

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