Senior Vendor Manager - Packaging & Materials
- Employer
- Bramwith Consulting
- Location
- London
- Salary
- GBP75000.00 - GBP85000.00 per annum + Bonus & benefits
- Closing date
- 13 Jun 2022
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- Specialist Area
- Procurement, Category management
- Job Level
- Buyer, Manager
- Sector
- Production & Operations
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
Senior Vendor Manager - Packaging & Materials
Global Supply Chain & Sourcing Services Organization
Location - London + Hybrid Working
Salary - £70k-£80k + bonus & Benefits
Contact - Rikard, JobsRL@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
As part of the long-term development plan of this global sourcing & supply chain services business, a dedicated Vendor Management team is being established to track the relationships, performance, and operations of the company's global supplier base more effectively.
As the Senior Vendor Manager based in the UK, you will oversee the relationship with key UK & EU Vendors and work closely with your counterparts in North America and Asia to align on a global vendor management strategy. You will work closely with the strategic sourcing team to pick up new supplier relationships after contracts have been agreed upon and ensure the suppliers are properly integrated into the business.
Other main responsibilities of the Senior Vendor Manager include:-
- Implement a robust vendor management framework to include Key Performance Trackers and regular supplier meetings
- Ensuring that the supply base has the capacity to deliver products and services at the right quality and cost in line with business expectations
- Operating as a key escalation point to both suppliers and internal stakeholders for any issues related to supply performance
- Effective management of supply chain and raw material risk to minimize the effects of market price fluctuations
- Collaborating with internal procurement and product management teams during the supplier review process to align on business objectives and supplier KPIs
To be considered for the position of Senior Vendor Manager you should also have:-
- Experience in a production or manufacturing environment working with suppliers for packaging, materials and/or finished goods
- A clear career track record working in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Strategic Sourcing with expertise in delivering best-in-class vendor management strategies
- Exceptional communication skills to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
- Highly analytical with strong working knowledge of Excel to track supplier performance data
- A passion for sustainability, innovation, and diversity to ensure these values are demonstrated within the supplier base
If you are looking to be part of a growing, global, business to challenge your skills and experience in a senior vendor management role then this is an excellent opportunity for you to develop your career. You will be working as part of a highly professional global team, working with colleagues across the Americas, Europe, and Asia to achieve the best level of service from the company's supply base.
To apply for the role, send your CV via the link above or email it directly to Rikard at JobsRL@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
Company
Award-winning recruitment specialist with an exclusive global pool of procurement, operations and supply chain talent.
Working with a wide range of small start-ups through to large FTSE 100 businesses, Bramwith Consulting has established a reputation for excellence, delivery and market knowledge.
Our expert consultants, work on both contingency and retained search mandates with clients, advising and assisting them in hiring niche Procurement staff. Our experienced recruiters have proven track records establishing and developing relationships with clients and candidates alike, allowing us to provide the highest calibre of candidates and job opportunities.
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