Strategic Client Network & Supplier Manager

SIRVA Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 56,500 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentive plans

Workplace flexibility for a balanced w

Comprehensive benefits and wellness

Job summary

Sirva is seeking a Client Network Manager in the United States to lead supplier network strategy and performance for one or more client accounts. You will partner with Account Management, Operations and Sales to maximize network utilization, drive client satisfaction, and align with company goals.

Responsibilities include end-to-end supplier management, market reporting, and support for initial and ongoing deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent work experience, Master’s degree a plus.
• CRP, GMS or CIPS certification a plus.
• Native/Fluent English verbal and written.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supplier management preferably in a global relocation business or similar industry.
• Experience in the relocation industry.
• Understanding of e-procurement systems.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills across supplier and client settings, including lead presenter.
• Decision making, ethics, values and ability to influence others.
• Results driven – ability to manage multiple projects and activities.
• Attention to detail, highly organized and deadline focused.
• Process oriented and ability to contribute to continuous improvement.
• Ability to quickly analyze, identify and implement opportunities and company initiatives for improvement and revenue growth.
• Ability to research companies and determine the best suppliers to reach out to for various projects.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative global team; take action and get results.
• Ability to respond resourcefully and constructively to new demands, priorities and challenges; know when to elevate.
• Strong leadership and relationship management.
• Understanding of cross-cultural/global issues.
• Fosters belonging, inclusivity and diversity; promotes innovation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the principal supply chain point of accountability for one or more client account(s) and develop strong relationships with mobility contacts and Sirva personnel.
• Foster understanding of culture, internal service teams and supply chain obligations for allocated accounts.
• Prepare supply chain input for recurring client reviews and participate in those reviews.
• Perform end-to-end supplier management: research, sourcing, onboarding, analysis, negotiations, contract management and performance.
• Develop tailored supply chain reporting aligned to strategic plans and client needs.
• Support implementation and operations teams during initial deployments for dedicated accounts.
• Develop client-specific best practice tools for global consistency.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and promote company initiatives.
• Assist operations teams with supplier issues and propose process improvements.
• Collaborate with Global Supplier Networks for supplier setup and termination as needed.
• Work with Global/Regional Network Managers to optimize supplier performance.

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree

CRP

GMS

CIPS

Native/Fluent English

Supplier management

Relocation industry experience

e-procurement systems

Presentation skills

Decision making

Detail oriented

Cross-cultural/Global awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree

Tools

none

Job description

Sirva is seeking a Client Network Manager in the United States to lead supplier network strategy and performance for one or more client accounts. You will partner with Account Management, Operations and Sales to maximize network utilization, drive client satisfaction, and align with company goals.

Responsibilities include end-to-end supplier management, market reporting, and support for initial and ongoing deployments.