Global Innovation Manager

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Randstad Full time

Global Procurement Innovation Manager - Remote / London - Contract - Outside 1R35 My Client is excited to offer an opportunity for a Global Procurement Innovation Manager to join their team on a 6-8 month FTC.
You will act as the key interface between their Innovation and Procurement teams, ensuring seamless alignment with new product development requirements and procurement processes to maintain business continuity.
Responsibilities: Act as the primary Innovation representative for external suppliers and internal stakeholders, fostering strong relationships with Procurement Category Managers and Innovation teams.
Lead sourcing processes to deliver optimal value and ensure timely market entry for high-potential global innovations and new products.
Provide strategic recommendations to development teams when sourcing new products, employing creative and innovative problem-solving approaches.
Oversee due diligence processes throughout the product life cycle, ensuring all requirements are met prior to launch.
Facilitate innovation sessions in collaboration with procurement and other business units, identifying opportunities to secure first-to-market advantages.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and evaluate trade-offs between cost, quality, and service, proposing alternative solutions where necessary.
Organise supplier presentations and coordinate supplier visits, ensuring alignment with the Innovation agenda.
Partner with Group Legal to establish an innovation-focused procurement process, including the development of supporting contract templates.
Negotiate favorable contract terms independently or in collaboration with Group Legal, ensuring alignment with the organisation's objectives About You Strong project management capabilities.
Exceptional communication and influencing skills.
Sharp attention to detail and effective negotiation skills.
Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects and contracts simultaneously.
Strong planning and organisational abilities.
Self-motivated, with a focus on improving systems and enhancing efficiency.
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
Education / Experience A university degree is preferred, with a post-graduate or master's degree considered highly valuable.
A CIPS qualification or EU equivalent is desirable.
Experience: Ideally, you have at least three years of relevant experience at a similar level Additional Information Location : Remote, with sporadic meetings in Paddington, London.
6-8 month contract - covering Maternity Leave Rate : £900 - £1000 (Outside IR35) Please Note: Unfortunately, sponsorship for this role is not available.
Applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK to be considered.
Please apply directly to the advert, alternatively please please send your CV to bhavika.patelrandstaddigital.com



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