Technology Supplier Manager

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Technology Supplier Manager When Anita Roddick founded The Body Shop in 1976, she had a vision. Business as a force for good - that's us. Over 40 years later, we're proud to be pioneering cruelty-free beauty every step of the way. We're the original ethical beauty brand. We've got a thing for empowering people and enriching our planet. We're all about keeping it real, in every way possible. Our activist roots remain a huge part of everything we do, from our iconic window posters to our vegetarian products to our infamous campaigns. We're never afraid to stand up and speak the truth. We like to do things a little differently around here. The Body Shop, along with Aesop and Natura, is part of Natura & Co, a global, multi-channel and multi-brand cosmetics group that is committed to generating positive economic, social and environmental impact. Group owner Natura is Brazil's number one cosmetics manufacturer. Sustainable development has been the company's guiding principle since it was founded in 1969. In fact, this is an incredibly exciting time for The Body Shop. We're fighting for what we believe in now more than ever. No holding back. Breaking the mould has always come naturally to us, and we need someone who's not afraid to mix things up. Your role in a nutshell Are you passionate about ensuring that value for money is obtained from suppliers? Do you pride yourself on maintaining your supplier base and knowing they are all delivering to their contractual commitments? Would you be excited to continue delivering these passions within a role that also gives you the autonomy to develop, improve and own the shape of the supplier model? The Technology Supplier Manager role will bring a fresh perspective and challenge the current way of working while ensuring contracts with suppliers support the needs of the business. The role needs someone who thrives on establishing and running the governance process with the key strategy suppliers and partners, and the management of the sourcing and supplier list across the IT Department. More about the role Strategic review and implementation Manage sourcing strategy, benchmarking and contract lifecycle. Research, identify, and qualify potential new suppliers in order to secure more cost-effective sources of products and services. Define sourcing recommendations that support business goals, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop and deliver procurement bid proposals and tender documents. Contractual Governance Develop, establish, implement, and enforce supplier guidelines, obligations and service level agreements to the organisation through vendor governance forums. Ensure compliance with all procurement policies and procedures, including those for equipment, hardware, software, and service Maintain supplier contracts and ensure adherence to contractual agreements Supplier Management Collaboratively manage and monitor supplier and service provider performance to ensure quality of service. Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions of goods, services and products with key suppliers and service providers. Provide oversight and execution of vendor assessment and requalification. Run continuous improvement initiatives to create additional value over and above the contract requirements. What we look for Professional experience in Procurement, Vendor Management or Supply Chain Management Procurement qualification or equivalent experience with knowledge and exposure in IT environment Demonstrable work experience in Category Management, Supply Chain, Vendor Management or Procurement, including all aspects of strategy sourcing development and execution. Experience of successfully conducting a range of negotiations across a variety of IT categories. Comprehensive knowledge of procurement policies and regulations Solid working knowledge of current IT technologies, total lifecycle cost structures and pricing mechanisms. Effective contract lifecycle management and negotiation skills Proven experience of building relationships with suppliers of IT products and services. What do we offer in return? * a 6% contributory pension plan,
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays - time to refresh and recharge
* Group bonus scheme
* 3 additional days a year to volunteer in the local community to support the causes you feel most passionate about
* LOVE money to spend on YOUR wellbeing - pamper yourself on us. Every year.
* 50% staff discount and access to product sample sales
* Access to Perks at Work, our online shopping channel with exclusive deals & discounts
* AND - we have also implemented 'Work Wise' into our HQ - flexibility of 'in-office' hours, the ability to work remotely and a new meeting charter. Here at The Body Shop we've got your best interests at heart - it's our way of saying thank you! If you are excited by all that - you might just be the sort of person we need to help us make the impactful change the world needs within a business that invented the culture of ‘joyful collective' and everything that means and stands for.
We have something special to offer and we're looking for someone special to help us to do that. Show us how you can contribute to the next step in the evolution of The Body Shop. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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