Location:

London

Salary:

75000

Posted Date:

19 Sep 2025

Closing Date:

05 Oct 2025Overview

Join Elexon as a Senior Sourcing Manager. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Senior Procurement Manager with a strong track record in managing commercial performance and contractual execution across key service providers in a complex multi-vendor ecosystem. They will excel at building strong relationships through effective governance and robust control frameworks. Hybrid working and excellent benefits available.We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Sourcing Manager (Grade 12) to join The Supply Chain Management team on a permanent basis.Team overview

The Finance and Commercial department ensures Elexon drives cost efficiencies and that the company conducts its operations in a secure and controlled manner. The Finance team is responsible for both financial accounting and management reporting for Elexon.The Supply Chain Management (SCM) team are accountable for procuring the goods and services required to deliver Elexon Products and wider services, as required by the business, and negotiating contractual arrangements with third party suppliers delivering outsourced services. They are also responsible for the ongoing management of relationships with all suppliers in order to support and optimise service and value for money delivery, and the commercial performance of those suppliers.Job purpose

The Senior Procurement Manager will have direct responsibility for the execution of contractual arrangements and the commercial performance and management of our key service providers in our multi-vendor ecosystem whilst maintaining excellent relationships via efficient governance and controls.Key responsibilities

Serve as process owner and subject matter expert for Procurement and Supplier Management within the Flexibility team and work in a matrix approach to support that teamDevelop and execute sourcing strategies for the Flexibility team service requirementsHave advanced knowledge of Elexon’s key strategic contracts (worth over £10m per annum) and be the go to person for all contract, commercial and relationship enquiries within the Flexibility teamBuild and maintain strong cross functional relationships with business stakeholders at all levels of the organisationResponsible for owning the relationship with key strategic suppliers and ensure Executive (and Board if appropriate) are briefed on status of relationship as and when requiredUpdate processes and procedures to align to Agile ways of working, and ensure Contracts enable this delivery methodologyAct as a point of escalation for colleagues with regard to third party supplier’s operational performance to facilitate resolutionBe proficient in financial management to manage and control costsManage the commercial performance of third party suppliersFacilitate and drive collaboration between third party suppliersLead and/or participate in Sourcing Strategy decisions for those services/contracts the role is responsible for, ensuring compliance with the BSC and Elexon Policies and ProceduresAct as a delegate to the Head of SCM, as and when requiredSupport, mentor and coach junior members of the SCM team, as and when requiredCapabilities and competencies

Critical: Extensive experience in complex, high-spend sourcing in Technology and Professional Services, ideally including large-scale IT and/or business process outsourcing and the ongoing management of vendor relationshipsExperience of delivering procurement activity within a Programme environment delivering new services externallyProven experience of managing multi-vendor delivery modelsExperience in IT and Professional services contracts and commercial models especially contracting for a multi-vendor ecosystemExcellent stakeholder management and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships both internally and externallyExperience of working with Executive and Board level teamsProven experience in driving cost reduction and value for money in service agreementsExperience with Agile contracting for services and commercial models in a multi-vendor ecosystemSkilled supplier negotiations and conflict managementSkilled in commercial and numerical analysis, including a detailed understanding of service cost models and total cost of ownershipExperience of preparing the supporting material for regular service performance reviews with service vendors monthlyAbility to develop appropriate relationships with bidders, clients and suppliersDelivers commitments and actively seeks responsibilities that lead to higher personal and team performanceIncreases team knowledge and skills, suggesting the sharing of knowledge and experience has a positive impactEngages in continuous learning and networking within the industry to bring fresh insights and practices to their role, enhancing their contribution to ElexonDemonstrates flexibility and adaptiveness in leadership, adjusting strategies and activities based on changes in organisational priorities or industry developmentsElexon career path / Potential next role(s)

Head of Supply Chain ManagementHead of Service ManagementEmployee benefits and wellbeing

28 days annual holiday + Bank HolidaysDiscretionary annual incentive schemeLife assurancePensionPrivate medical (Bupa)Hybrid working – 2 days per week at our London officeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEye care voucher schemeSubsidised gym membershipCycle to Work SchemeBuying and selling holiday schemeCSR daysSeason ticket loanDiversity and inclusion

We believe a diverse and inclusive culture allows innovation and creativity to flourish. We are committed to continuously improving our culture for our colleagues and stakeholders. Through our Diversity Forum and other initiatives, we celebrate difference and recognise the value of employee wellbeing. Elexon is a great place to work with a great workspace too.At Elexon we aim to:Provide true equality of opportunityAttract and retain diverse talentListen to all voicesBe representative of the communities we work inBe a role model for Diversity and Inclusion in the industryElexon together, embracing differences, listening to all voices

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