Supplier Relationships Manager - Facilities/Property

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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