Supplier Relationship Manager
Are you looking to be part of a team driving the UK’s journey to net zero£ We’re working with an organisation playing a pivotal role in delivering clean, sustainable energy solutions across the North West. They are investing in innovation and infrastructure to support regional decarbonisation and future energy needs — and they’re looking for a Supplier Relationship Manager to join their Commercial team in the North West.
We currently have an opportunity for a Supplier Relationship Manager based in Stockport or Preston to join an award winning organisation within the energy sector.
Our Role
This is a pivotal position within the Commercial Services team. The Supplier Relationship Manager will be responsible for embedding and delivering a robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) strategy, working across indirect categories within a regulated environment.
The role requires overseeing relationship strategy, commercial performance, and governance for critical supplier partnerships. You will play a key role in building supplier confidence, driving innovation, and ensuring our SRM approach is strategic, compliant, and adds measurable value across the business.
Key Responsibilities
 - Lead quarterly business reviews and strategic supplier meetings
 - Implement and embed a regulated-compliant SRM strategy
 - Intervene and resolve relationship breakdowns with key partners
 - Drive supplier performance and innovation through SLA and KPI oversight
 - Act as the key link between procurement, sourcing, and internal stakeholders
 - Champion governance and best practice in supplier contract management
Who We’re Looking For
 - Proven experience in Supplier Relationship Management within a regulated industry
 - Strong background in change management and transformation
 - Ability to manage internal relationships and influence senior stakeholders
 - Experience in managing supplier KPIs, SLAs, and contractual obligations
 - High emotional intelligence – able to rebuild team trust and collaboration
 - Strong communication style – calm, credible, and engaging
Desirable
 - Background in procurement or experience managing supplier portfolios in IT/indirect categories
 - Experience transitioning teams or functions (e.g., from IT to Procurement)
Key Challenges
 - SRM currently operates in a silo and needs to become more strategic
 - Procurement function is newly formed and still finding its feet – requiring careful navigation and political awareness
 - The team has transitioned from IT to Procurement ownership – making change management essential
Success Measures and KPIs
 - Embed and elevate SRM across Procurement and the wider business
 - Deliver savings through strategic IT contract renewals and renegotiations
 - Build capability and governance across top critical suppliers
 - Enhance business assurance and risk controls
 - Execute and track objectives-based performance management for suppliers
What We’re Offering
As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach, and commitment, we’ll provide a competitive salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to supporting our people and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:
 - £50,000 – £55,000 P/A
 - An annual bonus scheme
 - 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
 - Market-leading contributory pension scheme
 - Private healthcare
 - An employee rewards portal offering discounts with well-known brands
 - Employee assistance programme
 - Opportunities for professional development through our LandD function
Our client passionate about creating a great place to work
                                                
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