Strategic Vendor & Partnership Lead

£60,000 - £65,000 + excellent benefits and bonus

Central London - hybrid - 4 days in office

Industry: International Financial Services

Are you an expert in managing supplier relationships, optimizing vendor performance, and driving strategic sourcing? We’re looking for a Strategic Vendor & Partnership Lead to oversee third-party collaborations, ensuring seamless onboarding, performance tracking, and risk management.

The Company

London operation of an international financial services group.

Your Role

• Vendor Excellence: Oversee external partnerships including conducting due diligence and assessment of suitability for the business including compliance with business risk, ensuring smooth onboarding/offboarding and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Performance & Cost Management: Track supplier performance, identify commercial opportunities, and drive cost efficiencies including negotiating with suppliers.
• Strategic Impact: Align vendor management with business goals, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and ensure best-in-class supplier governance.
• Project Leadership: Drive key initiatives, improve procurement strategies, and implement proactive risk mitigation measures.

The ideal candidate

• Proven experience in vendor/supplier management within a regulated financial services company.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to align vendor strategies with broader business objectives.
• A process-driven mindset with an eye for continuous improvement and attention to detail.

Why Join Them?

• Work with a well-established international financial institution.
• Be at the forefront of vendor strategy and optimisation.
• Competitive salary with growth opportunities.

Ready to take ownership of a strategic role in vendor management? Apply now to make a real impact in a high-performing team.

Sponsorship will not be provided.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative, Finance, and General Business

Industries

Financial Services, Banking, and Insurance