Supplier Analyst

We have a 6 month, fixed term contract opportunity for a Partner Analyst to join our Partner Management Team.

Virgin Media O2 has embarked on a major, once in a generation network infrastructure investment to deliver ultrafast broadband and services across its existing network footprint and customer base. In a nutshell, the Fibre Upgrade Programme is all about delivering the network technology to make this a reality. This opportunity will work closely with the senior leadership team of our Fibre Upgrade Programme to provide administrative, analytical and reporting support.

The role holder will also conduct Partner analysis, insights and reporting for our Design and Construction (D&C) Team. The D&C Team are accountable for c100 Partners with the role holder taking responsibility for a significant part of our overall D&C budget. The role holder will proactively work with business stakeholders and a range of external partners.

Key Responsibilities Include: 

• Prepare our quarterly reporting for the Senior Operational Review (SOR) Meetings. Collating and reporting on key commercial performance data that will enable the Fibre Upgrade programme to identify and mitigate key commercial risks as well as help to target improvement initiatives to drive cost reduction opportunities and efficiency gains. The role holder will ensure timely, consistent and accurate data collection, analysis and reporting of all key commercial and operational metrics. The role holder will lead ‘lessons learned’ sessions after the quarterly SORs and adopt a continuous improvement process.
• Lead wider analysis and reporting activities relating to the commercial and contractual performance of Partners including those delivering services into the Fibre Upgrade Programme.
• Budget Management for a group of Partners to ensure we remain in budget and minimise costs. Accountable for raising POs, budget forecasting and receipting of invoices..
• Prepare a weekly round-up of the key industry news to share across the FibreUpgrade team.
• Act as the main point of contact for a range of ‘transactional’ Partners within the Design and Construction team.
• Support with wider administration and analytical requirements on an ad hoc basis as needed. For example, team meeting minutes, one off analysis and reporting requirements.
• Support the Partner Managers with Partner governance including contract trees and ad hoc support.

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Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

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• Experience managing and leading senior stakeholder meetings to support reporting and governance requirements with the ability to demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Experience producing high quality Microsoft PowerPoint presentation reports for the Programme & Senior Leadership. The ability to present information clearly and concisely. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are also essential.
• An understanding of the standards, tools, processes, systems and frameworks for successful governance. Experience working within a Partner Management capacity would be beneficial.
• Experience working within a ‘continuous improvement’, ‘customer first’ culture with the experience of adopting a ‘Can Do’ and proactive mindset.

• Experience of all Microsoft Office applications and working with highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Administrative and Analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills.

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include communication from the recruiter.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

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