The Supply & Logistics Vendor Manager will lead in establishing and maintaining strategic relationships with our vendor base. Developing and scaling the vendor program, driving performance and excellence in delivery compliance, as well as building overall B&Q capability.
Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Thinker: Develops, owns and supports the vendor management long term plan and strategy for Supply & Logistics.
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works closely with various departments to ensure seamless vendor integration and alignment with company goals.
3. Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverages data analytics to inform decision-making and identify actionable insights.
4. Drives Performance: Provides training, analysis and insights to improve OTIF failure root causes and drive excellence.
5. Evolves S&L Vendor Program: Develops and scales the S&L vendor program, incorporating external best practices.
6. Process Guidance & Evolution: Manages vendor compensation, delivery compliance processes and tools.
7. Provides Clarity: Owner of the vendor manual from an S&L perspective.
8. Figurehead for Supply Chain Vendor Management:
9. Leader of cross-vendor communications:
10. Establishes, trains and coaches the S&L population in best practice vendor management:
11. Curious Innovator: Drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance vendor performance and sustainability.
12. Sustainability Advocate: Promotes sustainable practices within Supply and the vendor network.
What we need:
Required skills and experience include analysing complex data efficiently, forward planning, ability to strategically plan process and analytics, commercial focus, leadership and team management experience, in-depth supply chain or logistics experience, analytical skills, communication and influencing skills.
What's in it for me?
As part of a great team, you'll be valued for who you are. Access to diversity networks and wellness benefits including award-winning pension scheme, bonus, ShareSave options, 6.6 weeks holiday, Employee Assistance Programme and more.