Supply Chain Delivery Manager - VP

Vice President–level role responsible for delivering strategic and innovative supply chain solutions
Focused on creating competitive advantage while enhancing customer experience
Operates in a highly visible position with significant impact on cost, risk, and supplier strategy

Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement integrated global supply chain strategies covering the full contract lifecycle
Design and deliver supply chain solutions across multiple spend categories, geographies, and business areas
Own, develop, and manage strategic suppliers in line with organisational objectives
Identify, onboard, and assess new suppliers while driving continuous improvement in supplier performance
Plan and prioritise resources to ensure effective delivery and governance of the supply base
Execute contract and financial signing authority in accordance with delegated authority frameworks
Build deep market insights through analysis of supply chain trends and external benchmarks
Deliver supply chain solutions that align with business strategy and challenge existing models where required
Apply risk, cost, and performance considerations to all supply chain decisions
Required Experience
Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience
At least ten years of relevant supply chain or procurement experience
Strong background in technology procurement, ideally within service sector or global capability centre environments
Proven experience managing business-critical supplier contracts and relationships
Hands-on experience with global supply chain models including outsourcing, offshore, utility, and make-versus-buy
Willingness to work UK shifts to support global operations