Supply Chain Delivery Manager, VP

Role Overview

This vice presidentlevel role focuses on delivering innovative, global supply chain solutions that enhance customer experience, align with cost and risk appetite, and provide competitive advantage. The Supply Chain Delivery Manager will develop and implement strategies across multiple spend categories and geographies, manage key supplier relationships, and optimise supply chain performance while delivering sustainable business improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global supply chain strategies and solutions across multiple spend categories, geographies, and business areas
• Shape and execute the management of the supply base, including developing key strategic suppliers and identifying potential new suppliers
• Plan and prioritise resources to ensure efficient delivery and management of the supply base in line with objectives
• Undertake contract and financial signing authority within delegated levels and regional variations
• Build and maintain strong networks across the supply market and other external organisations, including competitors
• Implement stakeholder management strategies and deliver excellent supply chain service to internal and external stakeholders
• Develop a deep understanding of franchises, functions, and business areas to design and deliver supply chain solutions that meet and challenge their requirements
• Drive sustainable improvements in supply chain operations through process optimisation, innovation, and strategic initiatives

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive knowledge of commodity and supply chain markets across multiple categories
• Proven track record in leading strategic supplier relationships and contracts to deliver business-critical outcomes
• Experience in implementing a variety of supply chain models, including offshore, outsourcing, utility, and make versus buy
• Strong understanding of contract law and legal knowledge relevant to supply chain
• Experience in cost and financial management, and applying Agile ways of working
• Demonstrated ability to apply supply chain skills and techniques to positively disrupt business strategy and outcomes
• At least 12 years of relevant experience in supply chain or procurement roles
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills