The Role

London Business School is looking for a Supplier & Contracts Manager to join our innovative Technology team on a permanent contract.

The LBS Technology department are responsible for the delivery and support of all digital technology solutions to ensure the effective running of the School

As the Supplier & Contracts Manager you will have a number of areas of responsibility from supporting through the procurement process of new Technology suppliers, to using your expertise to identify and implement changes to improve processes.

Ideally you will have your CIPS qualification, if not you will be working towards completing and having familiarity of managing contracts within a Technology setting.  

Main Responsibilities

• To manage and maintain the local processes and procedures for LBS Technology Contract Lifecycle Management  
• To plan and carry out regular contract and services reviews, identifying opportunities for improvement considering changing needs, feedback and / or current best practice and following through on improvements once agreed. 
• To provide support during the procurement of new Technology suppliers from development of requirements to awarding the contract ensuring adherence to School procurement policies and procedures while maximising quality of services and value for money. 
• To co-ordinate financial planning, reporting and reforecasting for LBS Technology operational budgets. 

Who we are looking for

• May be working towards CIPS qualifications.  
• Demonstrable experience of managing contracts and quality of service in an IT environment 
• Experience of Microsoft Enterprise Agreements and Cloud  
• A broad understanding of Information Technology and Education 
• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Financial management experience and commercial acumen. 

Why London Business School

London Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world’s most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It’s where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location. 

What you can expect from us

• Generous annual leave of 27 days PLUS extra between Christmas and New Year!
• Generous pension package, 21.4% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution)
• Free onsite gym and swimming pool
• Amazing range of professional development to support your career path
• Enhanced cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Up to 5 days volunteering leave or parent /carer emergency leave

All enjoyed in a Smart (hybrid) Working environment so we’re looking forward to discussing how, where and when you might work best to deliver in your new role.

Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging 

We are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large.  We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard. 

Please note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.

Closing date 31st July 2023

London Business School