Supplier Relationship and Contract Manager
Permanent
Hybrid (Theale office/Home)
We are looking for someone experienced to take ownership of key strategic supplier relationships within Operations team. This hands-on role is focused on supplier performance , contract governance , and commercial management . You will ensure suppliers consistently deliver against their contractual commitments, KPIs, and service levels, balancing operational outcomes, cost efficiency, and long-term value while prioritizing health and safety across all engagements.
What You'll Be Doing
- Own supplier relationships , acting as the primary point of contact.
- Lead supplier governance forums, performance reviews and escalations .
- Monitor KPIs, SLAs and contractual obligations, driving corrective and continuous improvement actions.
- Review and challenge supplier forecasts , valuations , invoices and claims.
- Ensure appropriate commercial controls , cost management and budget governance are in place.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
- Manage contractual issues, disputes, variations and renewals.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, value and contract performance.
- Work closely with Operations, Finance, Commercial and Procurement teams.
- Ensure suppliers meet contractual, regulatory, governance and health & safety requirements.
- Provide clear reporting and commercial insight to senior stakeholders.
What We're Looking For
- Strong experience in supplier and contract management .
- Proven experience managing strategic supplier relationships and performance against contracts/KPIs.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, including cost control and budget management.
- Experience reviewing supplier costs, invoices, valuations or claims.
- Experience identifying and delivering cost-saving and efficiency improvements.
- Confident using Excel and data analysis on supplier performance/financial data.
- Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong governance, reporting and analytical capability.
Supplier Relationship and Contract Manager in Theale employer: Project People
Join a dynamic and innovative team at a leading UK mobile and digital infrastructure business, where your expertise as Head of Business Change will be pivotal in driving transformation. Enjoy a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance, alongside a culture that values collaboration, professional growth, and the opportunity to lead a high-performing multidisciplinary team. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to delivering impactful change, this role offers a unique chance to influence key business outcomes in a thriving sector.
