Supplier Relationship Manager

Job description

Copello is partnering with a leader in the Defence sector to recruit a Supplier Relationship Manager for a rapidly growing organisation. With international travel once per quarter, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional looking to fast track their career.

This is a fantastic opportunity within the Digital Services and Solutions Procurement team to deliver Supplier Relationship Management to the Digital Excellence team in the UK.

The opportunity is to embed yourself within the Digital Services and Solutions Procurement team, a Domain of people across the UK and Europe, covering key spend areas such as software (SaaS, Engineering & Manufacturing, Enterprise), Hardware, Services, Networks and Cyber.

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK with British citizenship.

What we’re looking for from you:

• Senior procurement experience / SRM professional, MCIPS qualified or studying for MCIPS, with extensive experience of dealing with senior internal and external collaborators to board level.
• Able to lead and influence SRM strategies in differing contexts and services, preferably IT.
• Knowledge required of contracts and contract law, able to develop and draft SRM schedules, SLAs and critical metrics or performance schedules.
• Able to apply and carry out contract terms. Able to handle and develop contracts over the contract lifecycle ready for renewal or competition.
• Excellent written and communicating skills – able to lead independently and make recommendations on strategy.
• A great teammate – ready to champion and mentor our teams, ensuring suppliers and stakeholders are positively engaged, seeking positive outcomes.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stevenage

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Profession type

ICT

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English