Vendor Management Specialist
Role Overview
The Vendor Management Specialist manages supplier and contract activity after contract signature. They ensure post-award procurement processes are followed, supporting supplier onboarding and exit, managing risks and changes, and maintaining contract records in line with agreed governance.
They monitor supplier performance and manage dispute resolution, maintain accurate records and reporting, and ensure supplier and contract activity is controlled, compliant and up to date.
Key Responsibilities
- Post-award supplier and contract activity is managed in line with agreed governance and processes
- Purchase requisitions are checked and progressed accurately, with out-of-scope requests challenged or escalated
- Suppliers are onboarded in line with risk, policy and governance requirements
- Supplier assessments are co-ordinated and completed in line with third party risk requirements
- Changes to contracts or requirements are recorded, controlled and progressed through agreed processes
- Third-party risks are identified, tracked and escalated, with accurate records in place
- Contract records are maintained, with clear visibility of status and key milestones, and reporting actioned as per guidelines and set requirements
- Contract exits and supplier offboarding are completed in line with agreed processes
- Supplier performance is monitored and reported in line with agreed measures
- Governance records and evidence are maintained to support audits and assurance activity
- Issues, risks and non-standard activity are identified early and escalated appropriately
- Dispute resolutions are managed and resolved
- Rebates and credit notes are received and processed in line with agreed processes
Vendor Management Specialist employer: Sopra Steria
Join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of Aerospace and Defence, where your expertise in Microsoft Sentinel and KQL will directly contribute to enhancing security measures. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and innovative projects. Located in a dynamic environment, we offer competitive benefits and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the industry.
