Innovate Recruitment Ltd

Role: Supplier Relationship Manager Location: Hertfordshire Job Type: Perm, Hybrid Role Overview Our client is seeking a Supplier Relationship Manager / Vendor Relationship Manager to join the Digital Services & Solutions Procurement team. This Supplier Relationship Manager role sits within an international procurement domain with exposure to software, hardware, IT services, networks, and cyber. As the Supplier Relationship Manager (Vendor Manager), you will lead Supplier / Vendor Relationship Management (SRM) for critical digital and IT suppliers, embedding SRM best practice and driving value from key contracts and partnerships. Key Responsibilities Lead Supplier Relationship Management / Vendor Management across Digital Services & Solutions Own SRM strategy for key IT and software suppliers and contracts Build strong relationships with senior internal stakeholders and strategic vendors Develop and manage SRM frameworks, SLAs, KPIs, and performance metrics Manage contracts across the full lifecycle, including renewals and re-competition Work closely with international procurement teams to align SRM approach and upskill colleagues Requirements Senior procurement professional with strong Supplier Relationship Manager / Vendor Relationship Manager experience MCIPS qualified or studying towards MCIPS Proven experience managing senior stakeholders and strategic IT/software vendors Strong knowledge of contracts, contract law, SLAs, and performance management Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills Collaborative, credible, and confident working at management level. Benefits Competitive salary & bonus scheme Pension scheme Flexible and hybrid working Enhanced parental leave Excellent on site facilities and free parking Healthcare Cash Plan Paid overtime Please note that candidates must be eligible to obtain SC clearance, and therfore hold a British passport.

Senior Backend Engineer (Golang) Onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with strong Golang expertise to help shape the systems, processes, and architecture driving their mission. If you re a hands-on problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments, this is a chance to work on impactful projects while accelerating your career in a growing company. The Role You ll be part of a cross-functional squad, delivering new features and capabilities that the business depends on. The backend is built in Go, following a documentation-first approach and a service-oriented architecture. High code quality, automated testing, and seamless deployments through CI/CD pipelines into AWS are core to the way they work. What You ll Be Doing Build & Deliver Write clean, testable, maintainable Go code Break down User Stories into clear, deliverable tasks Drive best practices across testing, code reviews, and refactoring Ensure compliance with coding standards, security, and regulations Collaborate & Influence Partner with product owners, designers, and engineers to turn requirements into technical solutions Contribute ideas that improve systems and processes Shape the Future Support technical roadmaps and long-term strategies Stay ahead of industry trends, sharing insights that spark innovation About You You enjoy tackling complex challenges, simplifying problems, and delivering outcomes that matter. You re action-oriented, detail-focused, and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven environment. Clear communication and a positive, empathetic approach set you apart. What You ll Bring 5+ years of software development with strongly typed languages (Go, Java, etc.), including 2+ years of commercial Golang experience Strong experience writing well-tested code Proven ability to take a User Story from refinement through to delivery within a sprint Solid background in data modelling and database design (SQL/NoSQL) Knowledge of distributed systems and event-driven architectures Experience building cloud-based REST API solutions Excellent communication and collaboration skills Nice to Have SaaS product experience Expertise in microservices and event-driven integration Knowledge of AWS architecture Familiarity with Terraform or other IaC tools Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field