Manager, Global Supplier Relations

As a Supplier Relations Manager in the US Staffing Industry, you will play a crucial role in providing strategic direction for supply chain design and best practices, supporting new client implementations, and leading a team to ensure clients have access to talent. Your focus will be on managing, maturing, and expanding relationships across the global supplier network, particularly in the India & APAC regions. Key Responsibilities: - Ensure supplier coverage in assigned region(s) and/or country(ies) - Build & maintain strong relationships with suppliers, developing a deep understanding of the supplier network - Create market maps to aid global expansion of the supplier network - Act as a Subject Matter Expert in market research, developing expert knowledge of key markets - Lead Supplier Onboarding Workstream in new client implementations and expansions - Act as an escalation point for Supplier Onboarding & Offboarding to ensure timely execution of agreements - Provide sales support by detailing RFx responses on bids and presenting Supply Chain Management strategy to clients and prospects - Design and deliver Supplier Events on a regional/country level - Line manage a small team of Specialists, mentoring and developing direct reports - Support departmental projects and initiatives, contributing to operational excellence and IT enhancements Qualifications Required: - Experience in a similar Supply Chain role or deep knowledge of MSP, RPO, SoW, Staffing & Outsourcing - Experience as a line manager, ideally of a regional/globally dispersed team - Fluent in English to a professional level, additional Indian Language proficiency is advantageous - Comfortable presenting to internal & external audiences - Excellent customer service, administrative, and organizational skills - Proven negotiation skills and commercial acumen - Strong IT skills including Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint - Knowledge of Recruitment and Employment Legislation - Experience with supplier contracts and legal terminology - Familiarity with recruitment technology such as VMS and/or ATS - Experience with Salesforce and Supplier Management Tools is an advantage You will also be required to travel occasionally (less than 10%) and may be involved in ad hoc projects as requested by department management. Your role will involve collaborating with suppliers, colleagues, and clients globally, necessitating an understanding of different time zones and working practices. Your ability to multitask, prioritize, and provide excellent client service will be essential in this fast-paced environment.,