Supplier Relationship Manager - Professional Services

Supplier Relationship Manager - Professional ServicesFull-timePermanent or Fixed Term Contract: PermanentL&G Business Unit: Legal & General Group FunctionsL&G sub Business Unit: GROUP FINANCEPrimary Location: Hove, One City ParkJob Family: Supply ChainLegal & General is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We’ve been safeguarding people’s financial futures since 1836, aiming to build a better society for the long term by investing our customers’ money in things that make life better for everyone and create value for our shareholders.Our Group Functions provide the services that all areas of the business need. Joining us means helping to improve the lives of our customers and contributing to the success of the business every day.We’re recruiting for a Supplier Relationship Manager to join our Procurement team, leading the relationships with Professional services, liaising with senior leaders and improving the overall experience. You’ll play a key role in helping us to mature the function as you can influence the direction of policy and the way that we operate. Managing relationships with Professional Services suppliers, including actuarial and consultancy providersEnsuring full compliance to Supplier Relationship Management policy, standards, and processesImplementing the Supplier Management strategy and proposition across a portfolio of Legal & General suppliersBenchmarking new and existing services to ensure that commercial terms are appropriate and fit for purposeLiaising with senior internal stakeholders, conducting regular reviews of contract service performance and assess areas for improvementSupporting with contract negotiations and renewals for in-scope suppliersLeading dispute resolution with appropriate parties to ensure all contractual disputes are fully resolved in a timely mannerWho we're looking for:Experienced Supplier Relationship Manager focusing on Professional ServicesProven commercial experience gained from a supplier/vendor management supply chain, category management, or business development backgroundPrior experience in monitoring vendor performance utilising internal feedbackYou’ll be proficient in SRM best practices and strategiesAbility to influence others with a collaborative, inclusive and engaging style with a practical approach to delivering successful collaborative outcomes to support evolving business needsWhatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemesLife assurancePrivate medical insurance (permanent employees only)At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holidayCompetitive family leaveParticipate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrificeThere are the many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and onlineIn 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heartLegal & General is a leading financial services group and major global investor, named Britain’s Most Admired Company in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future.We aim to build a better society for the long term by investing our customers’ money in things that make life better for everyone.Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.We strive to be open, mindful and inclusive, so are always willing to discuss flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs.