VodafoneThree - Space Planning and Vendor Innovation Lead

Skip to main contentCareersDashboardProfileEnglishJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionIf we can connect, we can create a better future. Join us.View All JobsVodafoneThree - Space Planning and Vendor Innovation LeadLondon, United Kingdom This role is no longer accepting applicationsRequisition ID284635Date posted07/03/2026 Location: Any VodafoneThree Office Location + HybridSalary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefitsWorking hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to FridayHybridWe believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team. Who We AreWe’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.Why VodafoneThreeJoin us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.Be a part of VodafoneThree Consumer Operations, where delivering exceptional customer experiences is at the heart of everything we do. From supporting our customers across multiple sales and care channels to driving operational excellence and digital transformation, we work to enhance every interaction. This is where innovation meets service, and where your impact can make a real difference. What you’ll doYou’ll take the lead in shaping how we partner with our vendors—bringing fresh thinking and a more forward-looking approach to how we plan, collaborate, and deliver. With a stronger focus on vendor strategy than traditional space planning, you’ll help shift the mindset from reactive to proactive, ensuring vendors are aligned well ahead of key milestones and business needs.Build and embed a forward-looking vendor strategy, focusing on long-term (2-year) milestones and expectationsPartner closely with vendors to align their plans with broader business unit objectives (BUA planning)Move vendor engagement from last-minute involvement to early, structured collaborationBring fresh, innovative perspectives to how vendor processes are designed and executedIndependently assess current ways of working and propose improved approachesDevelop strong, trusted relationships with third-party...