Supplier Manager (REMOTE)
GEICO’s Procurement is seeking an experienced Supplier Manager to establish effective governance over GEICO’s supplier partnerships. This role is essential to the successful delivery of key cost, risk, and performance management-related efforts for third-party relationships leveraged by their line of business, in addition to identifying strategic opportunities for growth and/or greater return on investment. Primary focus will be oversight of GEICO’s highest tiered suppliers based on risk, spend, and complexity.
Responsibilities:
Contract SME for all new and “Key” incumbent renewal contracts for their suppliers
Works closely with internal team members establishing and maintaining relationships with internal business partners to ensure products and services align with Geico’s information security protocols and domain target architectures
Identify value-generating opportunities (e.g. savings, efficiencies, or revenue growth) within supplier engagements, licensing models, or services
Partner to negotiate contracts in alignment with Geico contract processes, policies, and procedures
Partner with internal risk groups to ensure third party relationships are compliant with all relevant policies and procedures
Monitor and ensure successful delivery against third party contractual obligations, including management of SLAs, True-ups, notification windows, etc.
Accountable for policy requirements for managed third-party relationships
Plan and lead periodic risk reviews and assessments of supplier relationships
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or military experience preferred
Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
Proven track record of identifying and implementing improvements to business processes
Experience negotiating contracts, including professional services
Experience with ensuring customer requirements are met during the negotiation process
Experience communicating with senior management and responding to their inquiries and requests
Excellent communication and time management skills; able to communicate contract issues to diverse audiences
Provide problem-solving and innovative ideas to support internal customers
Demonstrated ability to negotiate with vendors to more effectively position GEICO to receive the best value proposals for the corporation
Desired Qualifications:
4-year degree with Finance, Business Administration, or Supplier Management major
Experience with a large service provider
Experience with contract management systems
Benefits:
At GEICO, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. GEICO continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. To help achieve this goal, we support associate-led Employee Resource Groups that foster a true sense of community. Through GEICO’s competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Total Rewards Program* that includes:
Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
401(k) Plan with Profit Sharing
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Training and Licensures
*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
**Coverage begins with the pay period after hire date. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
GEICO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.
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