About Us
McDonalds has run its business in the UK since 1974 and currently operates over 1500 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, serving almost four million customers each day. McDonalds is one of the UKs largest private sector employers, employing over 170,000 people.
Department Overview
The Technology Contracts and Commercial Specialist operates within the Supplier Management team and as part of the Running Great Restaurant Technology department. u202fu202f Additionally, they will work extremely closely with the Global Vendor Management Office and Market Legal Team.
Who are my customers?
UK&I Technology team
Our supplier partners
Global Vendor Management Office
Market Legal Team
Colleagues u202f in global functions and other McDonaldu2019s markets
McDonaldu2019s Franchisees and partners
Duties
This is an exciting opportunity to support the management of the commercial and contractual governance framework for 100+ technology suppliers for our UK&I market. Reporting to the Supplier Contracts & Commercial Consultant, you will work closely with stakeholders from across the Technology Department and act as a commercial partner for end-to-end source-to-contract lifecycle for technology. You will be responsible for driving contractual formation and compliance, and embedding company processes with the extended team. Additionally, you will provide guidance during every stage of sourcing activities from RFI/RFP to negotiations, supplier selection, contracting, as well as the ongoing relationships and performance of the supplier partners.
What will my accountabilities be?
Manage contract lifecycle ensuring all contracts are up-to-date
Supporting sourcing activities during the RFP/RFI process
Managing stakeholders during contracting processes
Drafting and reviewing contract documents
Working with stakeholders to negotiate contract terms and commercials with suppliers
Monitor and manage supplier risks using globally approved processes
Liaising with the internal legal team and external counsel
Work with Supplier Contracts & Commercial Consultant to resolve any contractual disputes
Building and maintaining good relationships with supplier partners
Updating contracts database with all new/renewed contracts
Qualifications
Experience in managing end-to-end indirect sourcing and procurement and contracts lifecycle processes
Significant experience in managing a diverse and broad range of suppliers ideally in technology, but other industries will be considered
Negotiation and sourcing experience with large commercial contracts and vendors whilst familiar with related legal constructs
Experience in supplier governance processes
Ability to build collaborative working relationships with suppliers and stakeholders including McDonaldu2019s Franchisees and our partners
Person specification
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance risk, value and operational needs
Strong ability to influence and comfortable challenging suppliers and internal stakeholders constructively
Detail driven and able to easily identify trends
Able to improve activity through problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Organised and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to share information, good practice and expertise with others.
Company Vision and Culture
Our Global vision is to build a better McDonalds and in the UK and Ireland we are working hard to be the UK & Irelands best-loved restaurant company.
McDonalds is defined by its culture. Our culture shapes and informs everything we think and everything we do. Our culture influences the way we interact with each other, and how we interact with customers, franchisees and suppliers. Our culture motivates and inspires us to attract and retain great talent, creating positive, energising, exceptional working environment for us all.
Our values drive our culture and shape our beliefs, our priorities and our actions. They influence the decisions we make, how we treat one another and how we show up as a brand to the world.
Serve: We put our customers and our people first
Inclusion: We open our doors to everyone
Integrity: We do the right thing
Community: We are good neighbours
Family: We get better together
At McDonalds we are People from all Walks of Life…
People are at the heart of everything we do, and they make the McDonalds experience. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture that means people can be their best authentic self in our restaurants and offices, which helps us to better serve our customers. We have a strong heritage of diversity and representation within our communities, which we are proud of. The diversity of our people, customers, Franchisees and suppliers gives us strength.
We do not tolerate inequality, injustice or discrimination of any kind. These are hugely important issues and a brand with our reach and relevance means we have a very meaningful role to play.
We also recognise our responsibility as a large employer to continue being active in our communities, helping to develop skills and drive aspirations that will help people to be more aware of the world of work and more successful within it, whether with McDonalds or elsewhere.
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Job Description:
About Us
McDonalds has run its business in the UK since 1974 and currently operates over 1500 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, serving almost four million customers each day. McDonalds is one of the UKs largest private sector employers, employing over 170,000 people.
Department Overview
The Technology Contracts and Commercial Specialist operates within the Supplier Management team and as part of the Running Great Restaurant Technology department. u202fu202f Additionally, they will work extremely closely with the Global Vendor Management Office and Market Legal Team.
Who are my customers?
UK&I Technology team
Our supplier partners
Global Vendor Management Office
Market Legal Team
Colleagues u202f in global functions and other McDonaldu2019s markets
McDonaldu2019s Franchisees and partners
Duties
This is an exciting opportunity to support the management of the commercial and contractual governance framework for 100+ technology suppliers for our UK&I market. Reporting to the Supplier Contracts & Commercial Consultant, you will work closely with stakeholders from across the Technology Department and act as a commercial partner for end-to-end source-to-contract lifecycle for technology. You will be responsible for driving contractual formation and compliance, and embedding company processes with the extended team. Additionally, you will provide guidance during every stage of sourcing activities from RFI/RFP to negotiations, supplier selection, contracting, as well as the ongoing relationships and performance of the supplier partners.
What will my accountabilities be?
Manage contract lifecycle ensuring all contracts are up-to-date
Supporting sourcing activities during the RFP/RFI process
Managing stakeholders during contracting processes
Drafting and reviewing contract documents
Working with stakeholders to negotiate contract terms and commercials with suppliers
Monitor and manage supplier risks using globally approved processes
Liaising with the internal legal team and external counsel
Work with Supplier Contracts & Commercial Consultant to resolve any contractual disputes
Building and maintaining good relationships with supplier partners
Updating contracts database with all new/renewed contracts
Qualifications
Experience in managing end-to-end indirect sourcing and procurement and contracts lifecycle processes
Significant experience in managing a diverse and broad range of suppliers ideally in technology, but other industries will be considered
Negotiation and sourcing experience with large commercial contracts and vendors whilst familiar with related legal constructs
Experience in supplier governance processes
Ability to build collaborative working relationships with suppliers and stakeholders including McDonaldu2019s Franchisees and our partners
Person specification
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance risk, value and operational needs
Strong ability to influence and comfortable challenging suppliers and internal stakeholders constructively
Detail driven and able to easily identify trends
Able to improve activity through problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Organised and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to share information, good practice and expertise with others.
Company Vision and Culture
Our Global vision is to build a better McDonalds and in the UK and Ireland we are working hard to be the UK & Irelands best-loved restaurant company.
McDonalds is defined by its culture. Our culture shapes and informs everything we think and everything we do. Our culture influences the way we interact with each other, and how we interact with customers, franchisees and suppliers. Our culture motivates and inspires us to attract and retain great talent, creating positive, energising, exceptional working environment for us all.
Our values drive our culture and shape our beliefs, our priorities and our actions. They influence the decisions we make, how we treat one another and how we show up as a brand to the world.
Serve: We put our customers and our people first
Inclusion: We open our doors to everyone
Integrity: We do the right thing
Community: We are good neighbours
Family: We get better together
At McDonalds we are People from all Walks of Life…
People are at the heart of everything we do, and they make the McDonalds experience. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture that means people can be their best authentic self in our restaurants and offices, which helps us to better serve our customers. We have a strong heritage of diversity and representation within our communities, which we are proud of. The diversity of our people, customers, Franchisees and suppliers gives us strength.
We do not tolerate inequality, injustice or discrimination of any kind. These are hugely important issues and a brand with our reach and relevance means we have a very meaningful role to play.
We also recognise our responsibility as a large employer to continue being active in our communities, helping to develop skills and drive aspirations that will help people to be more aware of the world of work and more successful within it, whether with McDonalds or elsewhere.
Requsition ID: 3793…