Sr. Consultant, Procurement - Strategic Supplier Relationship Management

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

 

 Work Arrangement:

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

 

Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.

 

Requisition #: 75426

 

The Role at a Glance

 

The Role at a Glance

 

Lead strategic oversight and performance management of Lincoln Financial’s key suppliers. Drive supplier value, ensure compliance, and support business goals through effective governance and relationship management. Contribute to procurement transformation initiatives that enhance efficiency and process maturity.

 

What you'll be doing

 

What you'll be doing:

 

Supplier Relationship Management (80%)
• Manage relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure performance and accountability.
• Lead governance routines (QBRs, steering committees, scorecards).
• Monitor supplier delivery, financial health, and risk; drive improvements.
• Align supplier performance with business strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and cost optimization.

 

Procurement Transformation (20%)
• Support process improvements and technology adoption.
• Help develop supplier lifecycle frameworks and onboarding enhancements.
• Drive change management and stakeholder engagement.

 

What we’re looking for

 

What we're looking for:

 

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field or equivalent work experience (required)

• 5+ years in procurement, sourcing, or vendor governance (financial services preferred).
• Experience with strategic supplier management and risk compliance (TPRM, SOX).
• Strong collaboration, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement tools (e.g., Ariba, ServiceNow).

 

Application Deadline

 

Applications for this role will be accepted through January 15th, 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 for you

• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

 

The pay range for this position is $93,300 - $169,700 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees.  In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.  Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

 

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. 

 

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach. 

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