Sr. Supplier Relationship Management Strategist

Alternate Locations: Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut)

 

 Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

 

Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.

 

Requisition #: 74708

 

The Role at a Glance

The Sr. Supplier Relationship Management Strategist will provide subject matter expertise & direction on complex projects/initiatives for their assigned area. The role will provide supplier management knowledge, capability, consulting, support & implementation to develop & execute supplier management solutions in alignment with Enterprise goals & objectives. The role will manage all aspects of the relationship with suppliers, especially as the point of escalation for troubleshooting/issue resolution. The role will also manage assigned internal relationships to ensure Suppliers meet expectations.

What you'll be doing

• Serves as subject matter expert & point of contact on escalated issues; monitors performance and improves the quality of the relationship between LFG & its suppliers
• Develops & drives the tracking and monitoring of contracted deliverables (e.g. termination clauses, pricing, SLAs, etc.) and obligations in collaboration with Business
• Develops & drives implementation of the SRM governance processes 
• Develops & presents effective communications to senior management
• Partners with internal stakeholders and senior management to monitor, evaluate & review supplier spend, and in collaboration with sourcing and category leads, provides thought leadership and executes to reduce expenses and drive additional value from supplier relationships. 
• Utilizes tools and technology solutions to effectively monitor & track supplier relationship data, projects & tasks
• Identifies and directs the implementation of process improvements that significantly improve quality across the team, department and/or business units. Assesses & identifies potential roadblocks when reviewing new processes, services & procedures.
• Provides direction and delivers solutions on complex assignments, projects, and/or initiatives to build and enhance the capability of the SRM function within Enterprise procurement 
• Assesses complex internal/external customer needs to develop key performance indicators for suppliers in collaboration with sourcing and business teams. Monitors Service Level Agreements & performance using a balanced scorecard for suppliers in partnership with Business leaders. Drives innovation with internal/external suppliers to find solutions to enhance processes.
• Effectively coordinates & collaborates with Business and VMOs as well as Legal, Privacy IT, TPRM, Corporate Compliance & other key partners to drive achievement of goals & objectives.

What we’re looking for

Must-Haves

• 5 - 7+ Years experience in supplier management or related fields
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience Managing small teams in finance functions
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical skills and close attention to detail is necessary
• Ability to adapt quickly in a changing work environment

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through September, 30, 2025, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

 

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. 

 

What’s in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

• PTO/parental leave

• Competitive 401K and employee benefits

• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

• Tuition assistance program

• Work arrangements that work f