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Published:
2 days ago
Expiry date:
2026-09-25
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ASAP
Leeds (2-3 days p/w in office)
We're partnering with a large, complex organisation to appoint an experienced IT Supplier Manager to lead strategic IT & Technology supplier relationships across a critical technology estate.
This is a high-impact, senior role with genuine ownership - ideal for someone who knows how to drive value, performance and accountability from enterprise-scale technology vendors.
The Opportunity:
You'll take responsibility for a defined IT vendor portfolio, working closely with technology leaders, procurement and senior stakeholders to ensure suppliers deliver against commercial, operational and strategic objectives.
This role combines strategy, governance and hands-on execution, offering real influence over how technology partners are selected, managed and evolved.
Key Responsibilities
Lead vendor management with Tier 1 Tech Vendors across multiple business areas
Own strategic supplier relationships and act as the senior point of escalation
Drive contract negotiations, renewals and commercial optimisation
Embed strong governance, performance management and risk controls
Partner with internal stakeholders to align supplier capability to business need
Use data and insight to challenge performance and drive continuous improvement
About You:
Proven experience in senior vendor or supplier management roles, within IT or technology environments
Strong commercial and contract management expertise
Confident influencing and challenging senior stakeholders and suppliers
Comfortable operating in large, matrixed organisations
Professional certifications (CIPS, IACCM/WCC) advantageous but not essential
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible, strategic role with genuine autonomy and influence - ideal for a commercially driven vendor leader ready to operate at enterprise scale.
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