9 Vendor Relations jobs in the United Kingdom
Senior Supplier Management Engineer - EMEA
Posted 13 days ago
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**Environmental Conditions**
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc. allowed, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Warehouse
**Job Description**
Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and work alongside a dedicated group with a shared enthusiasm for discovery and innovation. We provide resources and chances for impactful contributions.
**Location** :
This role will report into the Pharma Services Group and can based near any one of our PSG sites in EMEA.
**How will you make an impact** ?
The Supplier Management Engineer will contribute to global performance management at Thermo Fisher.
**What we will do** :
+ Traveling up to 50%, we visit suppliers to resolve manufacturing, quality, and technical issues, and prevent future problems.
+ We provide supplier investigation ownership and applies enhanced problem-solving skills (six sigma) to identify true root cause, develop, and implement irreversible corrective actions. Provides efficient and effective solutions and CAPA management for supplier issues.
+ Leads technical aspects for suppliers, optimizing materials and services.
+ Responsible for communicating supplier issues to Leadership Team
+ We participate in periodic business and relationship review meetings with problematic suppliers.
+ We serve as a primary point of contact to Thermo Fisher manufacturing sites and suppliers in the region. Influences internal partners and works across functional boundaries to identify business needs, establish standard processes, ensure alignment, and mitigate risk.
+ We are responsible for ensuring a data driven Global Supplier Management program that focuses on identifying and mitigating risk across the direct material supply chain.
**How you will get here!**
**Education** :
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required in Engineering, Science, or Business
**Experience** :
+ 8+ years exp. in regulated environment (GMP a plus) in Pharma, Med Device, OTC Drug, Cosmetics, Food, Automotive, or Aerospace needed.
+ Validated experience with a minimum of 3 years in each role within at least 2 of the following functional areas:
+ Operations, Quality, Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management
+ Experience in data management, collection, analysis, technical writing, and driving continuous improvement with a track record of achieving results.
+ Experience in business and quality management systems (i.e. SAP, TrackWise, etc.).
+ Experience in a matrix organization and influencing internal and external team members at multiple levels of the organization.
+ Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt or Yellow Belt certification is a plus.
**Equivalency** :
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and meaningful work experience may be considered.
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities** :
+ Ability to develop and / or improve supplier relationships.
+ Confirmed problem-solving skills.
+ Six Sigma certification (black, green belt) is preferred.
+ Ability to develop and / or improve commercial relationships.
+ Validated self-starter that works well independently and within team settings.
+ Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
+ Appreciates and respects diversity, values, and norms.
+ Facilitates business negotiations in a professional manner.
+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PPT).
+ Strong time management skills and the ability to work within a team as well as independently.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Supplier relationship management coordinator - Permanent
Posted 1 day ago
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For 30 years Jisc has pioneered digital solutions for UK education and research, transforming how knowledge is created, shared and used.
We are uniquely positioned to protect, promote and lead the sector in digital and data transformation, making a difference to students, communities and society. Together, we arenworking to build a better digital future for education and research.
Raise your potential at Jisc through our culture of lifelong learning. At Jisc, we're all about growth, so embrace new challenges, sharpen your skills and shape a career that excites you.
The role:nThe Procurement & Supplier Management Team are part of the Finance and Procurement Directorate.
Join Jisc’s dynamic Procurement & Supplier Management team, where we oversee all purchases over £5K, ensuring value for money, quality, and compliance with UK Public Contract Regulations. Our Supplier Management function handles strategic contracts and key supplier relationships, offering expert support across Jisc. The Operations team drives continuous improvement by managing non-core activities and supporting the wider function.
You'll support senior colleagues in managing Jisc’s high-risk and strategic suppliers, helping oversee complex contracts and ensuring smooth service delivery. Acting as a key point of contact, you'll help maintain strong supplier relationships and drive value for money for Jisc and its members.
What you’ll be doing:n• Support all colleagues with queries relating to assigned suppliers, contracts and projects.n• Take the lead on supplier relationship management on framework suppliers and lower value/risk critical suppliers within Jisc.n• Manage a portfolio of service review meetings, ensuring all appropriate paperwork is collated and distributed prior to the meetings and producing accurate and timely minutes and action reports after the meetings.n• Develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure supplier management is delivered effectively.n• Ensuring contract records are accurate across all company systems.n• Support in the development of training materials and delivery of training to Jisc staff.
What we are looking for:n• Demonstrable experience of working in a business environment.n• Experience of using Microsoft software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)n• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.n• Ability to prioritise and work in a well organised manner with minimum supervision.n• Effective problem-solving skills.
Don’t meet every single requirement?nWe know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements, but if you feel this role is perfect for you. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
Why work for us?nAt Jisc, every role is meaningful, and every individual is valued. We foster a culture of continuous learning and personal growth, offering opportunities to develop new skills and make a real impact in education and research. With a strong focus on work-life balance, we embrace flexible working that prioritises outcomes over hours, empowering you to create a rhythm that energises both your professional and personal life.
Our Guiding Principles:nJisc’s culture is powered by our four guiding principles: putting customers first, driving innovation, creating impact, and championing inclusive collaboration to deliver sustainable outcomes and shape a better future.
Discover the amazing benefits we provide! Here’s what you can look forward to:n• Flexible work pattern, which can adapt to suit your schedules and personal commitmentsn• 31 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) that includes three closure days over Christmasn• Buy up to an additional 5 days leave during the flexible benefits windown• Generous flexible pension schemesn• A range of wellbeing lifestyle benefits including company paid health care cash plan, mental health first aiders and supportn• A company culture of continuous learning with access to thousands of LinkedIn Learning courses, and lots of resources and opportunities to support your developmentn• Allocated allowance of up to £250 to equip your home officen• Financial well- ing support including access to preferential loan and savings plans, mortgage advice, will writing tools and support and resources to help you make the most of your moneyn• A wide range of discounts and cashback from retailers and big-name high-street storesn• Family friendly policies including enhanced parental, maternity and paternity and co-parental leave as well as opportunity for career breaksn• Support your volunteering with up to 3 days volunteer leave
Equity, diversity and inclusion:nJisc believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging.
We work hard to create an equitable experience for our candidates and workforce which embraces all aspects of their identity including race and ethnicity, religion and belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, trans identities, age, class, disability, neurodivergence, or veteran status.
Application process:nPlease let us know how we can best accommodate you throughout the recruitment process. We’re committed to making our process accessible and comfortable for everyone - just tell us what works best for you.
Just so you know, we review CVs as soon as we can and aim to provide an update on your application within 4 weeks of receiving it. However, you may hear from us a lot sooner, so please keep an eye out for our emails or calls!
We’re really looking forward to getting to know the real you. While we encourage the use of AI tools to help you get started on your CV or cover letter, we encourage you to review your application before submitting. Make sure it truly reflects your own voice, experiences, and personality.
If you are currently a Jisc employee, please apply through your Dayforce Employee profile.
We have a thorough background screening process that verifies the details you share with us in your CV and your application. Any inaccurate information supplied during the application stages can lead to a job offer being withdrawn.
Sponsorship:nJisc has an active sponsor licence to recruit on a Skilled worker visa basis. Candidates wishing to apply who require sponsorship should determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant Home Office criteria. Jisc does not offer any financial re-imbursement towards the applicant costs, such as re-location, skilled worker visa and dependant costs or the immigration health charge.
No agencies please.n
IT Manager - Supplier & Service Management - Hybrid
Posted 10 days ago
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Are you ready to take ownership of IT supplier and service performance in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment?
We’re looking for an experienced IT Manager to lead vendor management and service delivery for our growing infrastructure-focused business. This is your chance to step into a hands-on role where you'll shape supplier relationships, drive IT service improvements, and influence strategic outcomes - while working with a passionate team that’s committed to building better lives and stronger communities.
If you're commercially sharp, people-focused, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role at a Glance:
IT Manager
West London - Onsite 4 days a week
£40,000 - £0,000 DOE. Plus up to 10% annual bonus
Benefits include 25 days annual leave, performance related annual bonus, pension scheme, on-going training and development.
Your Skills: 1+ years running outsourced IT or telecoms contract. CIPS Level 4. Degree or equivalent in IT, Information Systems or Business Management. ITIL v4 Managing Professional or higher.
Who we are:
We’re a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workforce solutions - from recruitment and technology to workforce supply, management, and training - tailored for the infrastructure, construction, and civil engineering sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage full lifecycle for 6+ IT/telecoms vendors, including contracts, renewals, and performance reviews
• Oversee daily/weekly SLAs, drive service improvements, and align to ITIL metrics
• Lead IT governance board; maintain risk register and support ISO/cybersecurity compliance
• Control £700k IT OPEX budget; t ck costs and manage asset register
• Sponsor supplier-led projects (e.g., ERP, M365); build cases and track benefits
• Communicate clearly with execs; use NPS/CSAT to improve supplier service
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
• Managed multi-supplier, outsourced IT & telecoms contracts end-to-end
• Understanding Microsoft Cloud environment
• Run IT Teams across Microsoft stack
• Led RFPs, contract negotiations, and vendor performance reviews
• Tracked SLAs and supported supplier-led change projects
• Familiar with ISO 27001, GDPR, and risk reporting
• Clear communicator with execs, users, and vendors
• Data-driven; focused on cost, service, and risk improvement
Certifications & Education:
• ITIL v4 Managing Professional | PRINCE2 Practitioner | Agile PM
• CIPS Level 4 (Commercial & Contract Management)
• Degree in IT, Info Systems, or Business Management
Why Join Us?
We value our employees and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:
• Generous Annual Leave – 25 days of holiday per year (pro-rated in the first year).
• Performance Linked Annual Bonus.
• Pension Scheme – 5% matched Auto-enrolment with People’s Pension after 3 months.
• Training & Development – We invest in our people, offering job-specific training and career development opportunities.
Join us and be part of a team that values growth, support, and career progression!
Application notice. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details.
If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
IT Manager - Supplier & Service Management - Hybrid
Posted 10 days ago
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Are you ready to take ownership of IT supplier and service performance in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment?
We’re looking for an experienced IT Manager to lead vendor management and service delivery for our growing infrastructure-focused business. This is your chance to step into a hands-on role where you'll shape supplier relationships, drive IT service improvements, and influence strategic outcomes - while working with a passionate team that’s committed to building better lives and stronger communities.
If you're commercially sharp, people-focused, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role at a Glance:
IT Manager
West London - Onsite 4 days a week
£40,000 - £0,000 DOE. Plus up to 10% annual bonus
Benefits include 25 days annual leave, performance related annual bonus, pension scheme, on-going training and development.
Your Skills: 1+ years running outsourced IT or telecoms contract. CIPS Level 4. Degree or equivalent in IT, Information Systems or Business Management. ITIL v4 Managing Professional or higher.
Who we are:
We’re a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workforce solutions - from recruitment and technology to workforce supply, management, and training - tailored for the infrastructure, construction, and civil engineering sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage full lifecycle for 6+ IT/telecoms vendors, including contracts, renewals, and performance reviews
• Oversee daily/weekly SLAs, drive service improvements, and align to ITIL metrics
• Lead IT governance board; maintain risk register and support ISO/cybersecurity compliance
• Control £700k IT OPEX budget; t ck costs and manage asset register
• Sponsor supplier-led projects (e.g., ERP, M365); build cases and track benefits
• Communicate clearly with execs; use NPS/CSAT to improve supplier service
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
• Managed multi-supplier, outsourced IT & telecoms contracts end-to-end
• Understanding Microsoft Cloud environment
• Run IT Teams across Microsoft stack
• Led RFPs, contract negotiations, and vendor performance reviews
• Tracked SLAs and supported supplier-led change projects
• Familiar with ISO 27001, GDPR, and risk reporting
• Clear communicator with execs, users, and vendors
• Data-driven; focused on cost, service, and risk improvement
Certifications & Education:
• ITIL v4 Managing Professional | PRINCE2 Practitioner | Agile PM
• CIPS Level 4 (Commercial & Contract Management)
• Degree in IT, Info Systems, or Business Management
Why Join Us?
We value our employees and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:
• Generous Annual Leave – 25 days of holiday per year (pro-rated in the first year).
• Performance Linked Annual Bonus.
• Pension Scheme – 5% matched Auto-enrolment with People’s Pension after 3 months.
• Training & Development – We invest in our people, offering job-specific training and career development opportunities.
Join us and be part of a team that values growth, support, and career progression!
Application notice. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details.
If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Direct Sourcing Lead - Supplier Performance Management
Posted 13 days ago
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Working at Cytiva in the Life Sciences industry means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.
At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us - working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40 countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity - so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.
Cytiva is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.
What you'll do:
+ Plan and execute supplier performance improvement projects based on requests and inputs from Business Unit Sourcing leadership (incl. projects on supplier premises).
+ Apply select Lean, Danaher Business System (DBS) and sourcing tools or methods to improve supplier performance with impact on capacity, On-Time Delivery (OTD), lead-times, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), inventory and other relevant factors.
+ Provide tools, improvement methods and supplier-related insights into sourcing strategy development and execution at the assigned sites.
+ Support sourcing or category leaders in the preparation of supplier negotiations.
+ Coach Cytiva and supplier resources in the application and sustainment of select Lean, DBS and sourcing tools as beneficial to improve supplier performance.
+ Communicate the results of supplier improvement projects to Cytiva stakeholders and archives project documentation.
+ Implement best practices and develop supplier performance management tools, methods, Key Process Indicators (KPIs) and strategies in-line with Cytiva's priorities.
+ Perform other tasks as assigned.
Who you are:
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Procurement / Sourcing / Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
+ Advanced knowledge in select DBS or Lean tools (e.g. Problem Solving Process, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Standard Work, , Danaher Materials System) which are relevant to improve supplier performance. Certification in one or multiple DBS tools a plus.
+ Advanced project management skills.
+ Multiple years of working experience in complex supply chains and with international suppliers, ideally including problem-solving and continuous improvement projects targeting supplier capacity, OTD, lead-time, TCO and inventory improvements.
+ Experience in working in a matrix organization and proven track record of achieving results as a member or leader of multi-functional teams.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Ability to perform in a virtual team environment, at remote locations (including supplier sites) and on global level.
+ Advanced knowledge in supplier performance management tools and practices.
+ International travel and work in global team settings and with international suppliers.
#LI-Onsite
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit .
Direct Sourcing Lead - Supplier Performance Management
Posted 13 days ago
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Job Description
Working at Cytiva in the Life Sciences industry means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.
At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us - working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40 countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity - so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.
Cytiva is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.
What you'll do:
+ Plan and execute supplier performance improvement projects based on requests and inputs from Business Unit Sourcing leadership (incl. projects on supplier premises).
+ Apply select Lean, Danaher Business System (DBS) and sourcing tools or methods to improve supplier performance with impact on capacity, On-Time Delivery (OTD), lead-times, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), inventory and other relevant factors.
+ Provide tools, improvement methods and supplier-related insights into sourcing strategy development and execution at the assigned sites.
+ Support sourcing or category leaders in the preparation of supplier negotiations.
+ Coach Cytiva and supplier resources in the application and sustainment of select Lean, DBS and sourcing tools as beneficial to improve supplier performance.
+ Communicate the results of supplier improvement projects to Cytiva stakeholders and archives project documentation.
+ Implement best practices and develop supplier performance management tools, methods, Key Process Indicators (KPIs) and strategies in-line with Cytiva's priorities.
+ Perform other tasks as assigned.
Who you are:
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Procurement / Sourcing / Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
+ Advanced knowledge in select DBS or Lean tools (e.g. Problem Solving Process, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Standard Work, , Danaher Materials System) which are relevant to improve supplier performance. Certification in one or multiple DBS tools a plus.
+ Advanced project management skills.
+ Multiple years of working experience in complex supply chains and with international suppliers, ideally including problem-solving and continuous improvement projects targeting supplier capacity, OTD, lead-time, TCO and inventory improvements.
+ Experience in working in a matrix organization and proven track record of achieving results as a member or leader of multi-functional teams.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Ability to perform in a virtual team environment, at remote locations (including supplier sites) and on global level.
+ Advanced knowledge in supplier performance management tools and practices.
+ International travel and work in global team settings and with international suppliers.
#LI-Onsite
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit .
Direct Sourcing Lead - Supplier Performance Management
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Working at Cytiva in the Life Sciences industry means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.
At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us - working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40 countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity - so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.
Cytiva is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.
What you'll do:
+ Plan and execute supplier performance improvement projects based on requests and inputs from Business Unit Sourcing leadership (incl. projects on supplier premises).
+ Apply select Lean, Danaher Business System (DBS) and sourcing tools or methods to improve supplier performance with impact on capacity, On-Time Delivery (OTD), lead-times, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), inventory and other relevant factors.
+ Provide tools, improvement methods and supplier-related insights into sourcing strategy development and execution at the assigned sites.
+ Support sourcing or category leaders in the preparation of supplier negotiations.
+ Coach Cytiva and supplier resources in the application and sustainment of select Lean, DBS and sourcing tools as beneficial to improve supplier performance.
+ Communicate the results of supplier improvement projects to Cytiva stakeholders and archives project documentation.
+ Implement best practices and develop supplier performance management tools, methods, Key Process Indicators (KPIs) and strategies in-line with Cytiva's priorities.
+ Perform other tasks as assigned.
Who you are:
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Procurement / Sourcing / Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
+ Advanced knowledge in select DBS or Lean tools (e.g. Problem Solving Process, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Standard Work, , Danaher Materials System) which are relevant to improve supplier performance. Certification in one or multiple DBS tools a plus.
+ Advanced project management skills.
+ Multiple years of working experience in complex supply chains and with international suppliers, ideally including problem-solving and continuous improvement projects targeting supplier capacity, OTD, lead-time, TCO and inventory improvements.
+ Experience in working in a matrix organization and proven track record of achieving results as a member or leader of multi-functional teams.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Ability to perform in a virtual team environment, at remote locations (including supplier sites) and on global level.
+ Advanced knowledge in supplier performance management tools and practices.
+ International travel and work in global team settings and with international suppliers.
#LI-Onsite
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit .
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