Supplier Relationship Manager Heathrow, England
Job description
This is a key time to be joining British Airways as we Build a Better BA. We take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. If you’re made of the same qualities as us, you could soon be part of the next chapter of our story. Together as one team, we’re connecting Britain with the world and the world to Britain like no one else
The role:
The Supplier Relationship Manager is responsible for the Global Learning Academy’s supplier and procurement management process, coordination of external suppliers, contractor resources and maintaining an approved supplier list. You will have management responsibility for one direct report at coordinator level whose main tasks are the coordination of supplier interactions and volume transactions.
About you:
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is ready to take on a new challenge and the next step in their career who has a wide supplier management experience with some contract management and negotiation skills. The successful candidate will be an innovative thinker, a creative problem solver, effective influencer and be excited to respond to the ever-changing business environment.
There will be development opportunities to expand on individual commercial awareness, leadership and you will play an active role in shaping the future and success of this position.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Previous experience in an operational and/or commercial or highly compliant working environments.
- Supply Chain or buying experience.
- Experience of tactically negotiating contracts/agreements and developing strategic plans.
- Demonstrated the ability to manage cost efficiency with customer service proposition requirements.
- Understanding of aviation industry, pricing strategies and marketplace (Desirable)
- Best practice and latest thinking in supplier management processes and contract management. (Desirable).
- Team management experience (Desirable)
Join our team as a Supplier Relationship Manager and become a valuable member of a dynamic group that prioritises innovation, clear communication, and strong supplier relationships. Your role will play a crucial part in shaping the future success of our supplier management processes and contributing to the continuous achievements of the Global Learning Academy.
Our Corporate and Support roles come with big potential to make your mark on our business. The airline industry changes so fast that we’re constantly evolving and finding new ways to impress customers and get ahead of our competitors. If you’re an innovator and brave and bold thinker, you will be in your element at British Airways.
Your impact on British Airways will be rewarded with a competitive rewards package plus the opportunity to develop and progress your career in many directions.
Not only will you have the chance to further your career development within BA, you’ll have access to our competitive reward and benefits package. This includes core company paid benefits such as a Defined Contribution pension scheme, generous Life Assurance cover and a whole host of options to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. You can also sign up for a range of voluntary benefits such as Private Medical cover, Dental and Critical Illness cover, Technology Scheme, Cycle to Work and Electric Car Scheme. And of course, you’ll be able to enjoy the benefit of staff travel as soon as you join us.
At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.
Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
