Strategic Supplier Relations Lead

Socket.dev; United States; Remote; USD 102,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Restricted stock unit (RSU) awards

Total compensation insights

Job summary

UKG is seeking a Supplier Relationship Manager to oversee relationships with strategic technology suppliers, establish governance, and translate contractual commitments into performance outcomes.

The role spans supplier strategy, governance, and analytics, driving value, cost savings, and innovation across enterprise categories. Strong negotiation and data-driven decision-making are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in Vendor Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Strategic Sourcing, or a similar role within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management, commercial negotiations, managing supplier scorecards, SLAs/KPIs, and leading QBRs to improve supplier performance.
• Experience with managing Technology suppliers is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supplier relationship plans for strategic suppliers aligned to priorities and contracts.
• Serve as primary accountability point for strategic supplier relationships with governance and stakeholders.
• Build trusted, outcome-oriented relationships with supplier executives and internal owners to drive mutual value.
• Partner with Sourcing, Legal, Finance, and stakeholders on contract negotiations, renewals, and statements of work.
• Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, demand optimization, and innovation to improve value.

Skills

Vendor Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Strategic Sourcing

Contract lifecycle management

Negotiations

QBRs / Governance

Data-driven / analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Job description

UKG is seeking a Supplier Relationship Manager to oversee relationships with strategic technology suppliers, establish governance, and translate contractual commitments into performance outcomes.

The role spans supplier strategy, governance, and analytics, driving value, cost savings, and innovation across enterprise categories. Strong negotiation and data-driven decision-making are essential.