Global Mobility & Relocation Services Supplier Manager

Alchemy Global Talent Solutions; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Global Mobility & Relocation Services Supplier Manager to oversee supplier management across international markets. The role involves building relationships with global vendors, tracking performance, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with internal teams. Candidates should have experience in supplier management, strong negotiation skills, and a Bachelor's degree. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Experience in global supplier/vendor management, preferably in relocation, mobility, or supply chain services.
• Proven ability to manage relationships across diverse regions (EMEA, APAC preferred).
• Ability to travel 20%.

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain effective relationships with global service providers.
• Track supplier performance through KPIs and implement improvement plans.
• Lead supplier negotiations and manage cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure vendor operations comply with regulations and client commitments.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align supplier activities.
• Research new supplier opportunities and monitor industry trends.
• Produce regular performance reports for leadership decision-making.
• Act as a trusted advisor on supplier management practices.
• Assist in resolving billing issues with vendors.

Skills

Supplier/vendor management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Multilingual skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

We’re looking for a Global Mobility & Relocation Services Supplier Manager to join our client's EMEA team and lead supplier management across international markets.

In this role, you’ll be at the center of the global mobility and relocation services supply chain, ensuring our vendor network delivers top-quality services, remains compliant, and operates efficiently across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor Partnerships: Build and sustain effective, long-term relationships with global service providers to support business priorities.
• Service Performance: Track and measure supplier performance through KPIs, SLAs, and audits, implementing improvement plans where needed.
• Contract & Cost Management: Lead supplier negotiations, oversee contract terms, and manage cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.
• Risk & Compliance: Identify potential risks, establish mitigation plans, and ensure vendor operations comply with regulations, policies, and client commitments.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams such as Operations, Procurement, Finance, and Client Services to align supplier activities with organizational goals.
• Market & Supplier Development: Research new supplier opportunities, monitor industry trends, and promote continuous innovation within the supply chain.
• Reporting & Analytics: Maintain accurate records, produce regular performance reports, and provide insights for leadership decision-making.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Act as a trusted advisor on supplier management practices, industry benchmarks, and global mobility trends.
• Financial Support: Assist in resolving billing issues and ensuring smooth management of accounts payable and receivable with vendors.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in global supplier/vendor management, preferably in relocation, mobility, or supply chain services
• Strong skills in contract negotiation, procurement, and vendor governance
• Proven ability to manage relationships across diverse regions (EMEA, APAC preferred)
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience)
• Multilingual skills are a plus
• Ability to travel 20%