Do you have the skills and expertise to take ownership of major strategic supplier relationships? Are you comfortable leading senior supplier reviews, negotiating new propositions and providing clear recommendations to senior leaders? Do you enjoy combining commercial insight, operational expertise and data-driven decision-making to improve performance and create value?
If your answer is 'yes' then, keep reading.
From personal leasing for individual customers through to managing entire fleets for some of the UK's best-known brands. At Novuna Vehicle Solutions We're leading the way with Electric Vehicle Leasing, Alternative Fuels and Fleet Electrification. From installing home-charging units for individual drivers to helping our commercial fleet customers select vehicles and plan their infrastructure.
As Supplier Manager, reporting to the Head of Specialist Manufacturers & Network, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of strategically important suppliers and play a key role in ensuring they deliver excellent outcomes for our customers and business.
This is a senior, autonomous role combining strategic supplier leadership with strong operational and commercial management. You'll understand performance at account level, identify emerging trends and intervene where supplier issues affect cost, customer experience, compliance or vehicle availability.
You'll also:
You'll bring strong supplier and category-management knowledge, with the commercial mindset to negotiate, influence and hold major partners to account. You'll be comfortable moving between operational detail and strategic priorities - understanding what is happening today, identifying what the trends are telling us and recommending what needs to change for the future.
Ideally, you'll have experience within automotive, leasing, fleet services, roadside assistance, tyres, recovery or a similarly complex supplier environment. More importantly, you'll know how to lead a portfolio and get the best from strategically important partners.
You'll be a great fit if you have:
Our benefits package is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to customise it to meet your unique needs. Whether you're focused on your health, financial security, or simply want to enhance your lifestyle, we offer a variety of options to support you.
Our offer to you includes:
At Novuna, we're a Disability Confident employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. If you need any adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please reach out to us directly.
Please note: This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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