As a Strategic Operations and Improvement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in building out a team to support operational excellence and drive continuous improvement across third-party providers and shared services.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking to advance their career in a leadership position. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining stakeholder and supplier relationships to identify and mitigate risks, as well as overseeing contract initiation, renewal, and expiry to ensure value for money.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Proactively identify and manage contract risks to meet organisational obligations and achieve planned outcomes.
* Establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to drive operational efficiency.
* Analyse supplier performance and lead supplier performance meetings to drive improvement.
**Requirements:**
* Proven experience working across procurement, vendor management, and contract management.
* Background in managing vendor relationships and leading cross-functional teams.
* Excellent problem-solving abilities for requirements analysis and effective communication for balancing individual needs and organisational goals.
**What We Offer:**
A dynamic work environment that offers opportunities for growth and development, as well as a competitive remuneration package.