Global Vendor Management Executive Director

rgare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RGA is a Fortune 200 company focused on life- and health-related solutions, driving financial protection with a global procurement focus. This role leads the center-led procurement capability and vendor management strategy, coordinating with senior leaders to mature purchasing processes and drive cost efficiencies across regions.

The position oversees IT purchases, contract labor, and facilities, while guiding policy development, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives in a complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Arts/Sciences preferred.
• 10+ years in global procurement leadership (5+ in a center-led structure) required.
• 5+ years operational management experience required.
• Experience with modern sourcing and procurement systems.
• Financial Services/Insurance industry experience preferred.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the Global Vendor Management Strategy and governance.
• Lead and manage the Global Procurement department across IT, contract labor, and facilities.
• Develop relationships with senior leaders to mature purchasing processes.
• Develop purchasing policies, procedures and best practices.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee onboarding and ongoing relationships with third parties.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Influence others

Stakeholder management

Communication

Sourcing & cost reduction

Vendor management

Global procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

RGA is a Fortune 200 company focused on life- and health-related solutions, driving financial protection with a global procurement focus. This role leads the center-led procurement capability and vendor management strategy, coordinating with senior leaders to mature purchasing processes and drive cost efficiencies across regions.

The position oversees IT purchases, contract labor, and facilities, while guiding policy development, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives in a complex