Supplier Contract Specialist

About The Role

Supplier Contract Specialist

Full-Time, Permanent

Westhill or Inchinnan, Hybrid working

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role

As a Supplier Contract Specialist, you will be instrumental in building, protecting, and enhancing supplier relationships from end to end. This role goes beyond traditional contract management, offering a strategic platform to shape commercial outcomes, ensure regulatory and policy compliance, and reduce risk across the organisation.

You’ll take ownership of drafting, negotiating, and managing supplier contracts throughout their lifecycle, working in close partnership with legal, commercial, procurement, and operational teams to strengthen governance, embed best practice, and deliver real value.

If you enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders, applying commercial judgement, and making a measurable impact, this role provides a great opportunity to do so.

The position can be based in either Inchinnan or Westhill, with hybrid working available. Occasional UK and international travel may be required.

What You'll Be Doing

Draft, review, and negotiate supplier contracts, including terms, SLAs, and pricing. Manage contracts end to end, covering renewals, amendments, and terminations. Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal standards, and regulations. Maintain accurate contract records and documentation. Partner with procurement, commercial, legal, and operational teams to align contracts with business goals. Develop commodity strategies to inform sourcing, supplier selection, and long-term supply chain efficiency. Monitor supplier performance and contractual compliance. Resolve contractual issues and support corrective actions. Support contract-related audits and reporting. Provide guidance and training on contract management best practice.

What We're Looking For

Demonstrated experience drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts. Solid experience and understanding of ITT. Solid understanding of procurement practices and supplier governance. Good working knowledge of legal terminology and regulatory compliance. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders. High attention to detail with excellent organisational skills. Confident user of contract management systems and Microsoft Office. Able to work autonomously while managing multiple priorities effectively. Degree in Business, Law, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline preferred. CIPS qualification desirable but not essential.

Why join us?

Early finish on Fridays Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.) Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About Us

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now!

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

To support an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience in the UK, we partner with Vercida. You can learn more about our approach by visiting our company page: James Fisher and Sons diversity, inclusion, culture - VERCIDA

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