- Capability to review, interpret and negotiate contractual terms and conditions within defined commercial and legal guardrails, ensuring alignment with the M&S Legal Playbook
- Build effective working relationships with D&T, Finance and Procurement colleagues to support collaborative decision making
- Bring external insights to help shape forward looking Category Plans aligned with the Digital & Technology strategy
- Work with Finance to align and embed commercial benefits within the Budget
- Manage end to end Source to Contract activity including strategy creation market testing evaluation negotiation and contract award
- Oversee the business contracts approvals process ensuring all governance documentation and approvals are completed to a high standard
Requirements
- Strong commercial and negotiation capability across D&T categories
- Ability to influence and partner confidently with business partners
- Adaptable communication style suited to a range of audiences
- Analytical and forward looking approach with the ability to contribute to category strategy
- Skilled in supplier performance improvement and the delivery of innovation
Core Competencies
Demonstrates strong commercial and negotiation capabilities, with a focus on supplier performance improvement and innovation delivery. Skilled in managing end-to-end Source to Contract activities while ensuring compliance with governance standards.