Job Description
A great new opportunity for a Senior Vendor/Supplier Manager You will report the Senior Service Integration Manager, you will be responsible for effectively managing contracts, ensuring strong relationships with suppliers & internal teams. This will support strategic growth across various areas of expenditure, while ensuring the delivery of contracts as per agreements & managing contract risks. Senior Vendor Manager - Print & Document Mgt Services You will: Ensure compliance with all contractual SLAs & KPIs & conduct regular performance reviews with suppliers & internal stakeholders. Deliver committed supplier benefits & risk mitigation through strong vendor management & stakeholder engagement. Manage & document regulatory & compliance requirements, ensuring adherence to processes & controls. Mitigate risk by ensuring compliance with policies, processes, & wider procurement/business strategies. Oversee end-to-end processes, develop performance tracking, & build strong engagement with key functions/stakeholder groups. Act as the key escalation point within vendors & manage long-term supplier relationships & strategy. Demonstrate a vision for change, forecast future opportunities, & deliver change requests in a timely manner. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies for new projects & contract renewals. Qualifications A minimum of 5 years' experience in a Supply Chain Management role, with experience of managing outsourced or strategic supplier relationships including the ability to identify & appropriately manage risks. A relevant degree or qualification would be beneficial. Experience in Vendor/Category Management & proven record of managing outsourced relationships. Demonstrated successful operational & strategic development experience. Experience of setting up a Vendor/Supplier function before would be a bonus. Experience of Print & Document Management services welcomed Effective communicator & stakeholder manager with excellent negotiation skills & developed commercial acumen. Strong analytical skills, knowledge of the regulatory environment & compliance requirements, & competent literary skills for supplier audits or Central Bank of Ireland & other inspections. Rewards: Competitive salary with annual review * Annual company & performance-based bonus * Contributory pension scheme (up to 10% employer contributions) * Life Assurance * Generous annual leave plus Bank Holidays * Employee employee discounts * Education support & plenty of learning opportunities. Please apply to be considered Skills: supplier management vendor management negotiating buying purchasing