Interim Supplier Governance Programme Manager in London

Eight-months fixed-term contract, PAYE - annual salary equiv., no contract day rate.
Part time - 50% FTE, flexible.
Shape how a global business manages its suppliers: lead the creation of one risk-based supplier process across 2,900 suppliers worldwide.
SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture.
We're seeking an experienced Interim Supplier Governance Programme Manager to join our Quality team and lead the design and delivery of a single, risk-based supplier lifecycle process, supported by one global source of truth for supplier data.
You'll act as business lead and programme coordinator, bringing together Quality, Procurement, Health & Safety, Sustainability, Legal, Finance, IT and regional teams over an eight-month programme. The role includes:
Leading global discovery and stakeholder engagement to understand current supplier processes
Designing a risk-based supplier approval and third-party risk framework, governance model and implementation roadmap
Supporting technology selection, testing, data migration and phased rollout
Embedding sustainability and ESG requirements into supplier management
Driving adoption through training, reporting and change management
You'll work closely with our Digital Council and Business Systems teams on a visible, high-impact programme with global reach.
Rewards & Benefits SLR's 'One Team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment where people can develop and grow. Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and support towards chartership, professional qualifications and licences, we offer excellent opportunities for long-term career progression. Our flexible benefits and reward package includes:
Competitive salary
Discretionary bonus (perm employees only)
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Life, income, and travel insurance
Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle-to-work schemes
Flexible, hybrid and agile working
25 days' annual leave plus flexible public holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
Buy or sell leave optionsCore working hours
Cross-border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay
Workplace Nursery benefit
Volunteering and Community Giving
Employee Assistance Programme
Specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause - supporting our people both professionally and personally
About You Significant experience in supplier management, procurement transformation, quality management or operational governance
A track record of leading process improvement and business transformation programmes
Experience developing global governance frameworks, requirements, process maps and roadmaps
Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills across multiple functions
Experience managing change and driving adoption
Desirable: third-party risk management, supplier lifecycle or procurement systems implementation, ISO 9001 knowledge, and ESG reporting or data governance experience
Culture & Inclusion Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.