Supplier Relationships Manager - Facilities/Property

Description:

Supplier Relationships Manager – Facilities/Property Portfolio
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Supplier Relationships Manager to join our growing and exciting business!
This is a largely remote opportunity, but will involve going to our Manchester office ideally once a month and the occasional travel to suppliers.

Job Purpose
To oversee the management of key agreed suppliers that form part of the Supply Chain, ensuring service delivery against contracted terms, SLA’s and monthly MI and regulatory reporting. To work closely with the Head of Supply Chain in a cohesive manner to support other MISL departments in liaison of supply chain fulfilment.
To act as the key point of contact between suppliers and internal departments for all Property portfolio and other supply chain related matters.
Analyse and act on MI provided internally or from our supply chain to improve supplier performance, by issuing action plans, with timescales and required improvement plans.

Key Responsibilities

Management of Outsource Partner to ensure delivery and oversight of:
Risk Management & Documentation
Preparation and review of Risk Assessments and COSHH assessments
Creating bespoke risk assessments upon requests (e.g. for events)
Development and maintenance of Health & Safety policies and procedures
DSE (Display Screen Equipment)
Management of DSE assessments
Provision and ordering of equipment, subject to cost approval
Incident Management
Accidents and incidents are monitored, recorded, and supported through investigation where required
Training & Compliance
Liaison with the MSG Talent and development department to ensure annual Health & Safety training is completed
Arranging and booking first aid training courses
Coordination of First Aiders and Fire Wardens
Monitoring, recording and tracking al first aiders and fire wardens to ensure all sites have enough
Replenishing of first aid stock
Monitoring, Audits & Assessments
Site inspections, audits, and compliance monitoring
Annual Fire Risk Assessments and Health & Safety assessments
Contractor Management
All contractors are managed by Presence & Co. and undergo regular checks to ensure documentation remains valid
New contractors are subject to a vetting process and must sign an agreement before approval for use
Management of maintenance activities, ensuring suitable RAMS, scope of works, and permits are in place prior to work commencing
Facilities Interface
The Facilities team manage the buildings, including arranging contractor visits, audits, and statutory checks (E.G fire extinguishers, servicing for fire alarms and so on..) to ensure compliance
Systems & Communication
Ongoing management and updating of the Health & Safety page of the MSG intranet, ensuring all documentation and guidance is accessible
Provision of Health & Safety signage and general advice across sites 
Essential Skills

Supplier Relationship management experience required
Previous Property Portfolio experience would be advantageous
Insurance/Claims background would be advantageous
Ability to analyse and interpret MI from both MI and internal department
Analytical and pragmatic approach to supplier relationship management
Excellent communication and people skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines
The ability to work as part of a team whilst showing initiative
Analytical approach to understanding MI, SLA’s, and service failures
Excellent Microsoft Office skills being proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and WordBenefits 

Starting with 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) 
Private Medical Insurance
Opportunity for a yearly bonus  
Collaborative, fast paced working environment  
Modern, vibrant offices  
Markerstudy Insurance Services Limited is a UK-based Managing General Agent authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The company specialises in marketing, underwriting, administration, and claims distribution via a network of professional UK insurance brokers and intermediaries.

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