Strategic Relationship Mgr

Job Description

The purpose of the Strategic Relationship Mgr. 2 (SRM
2) is to be a seasoned and experienced senior professional that manages contracts through the contract lifecycle and optimizes the value of and manages the contracts between one or more Church departments or organizations and preferred suppliers and vendors.

The SRM 2 provides advanced, specialized, and senior-level experience to Church and department leaders during vendor negotiations for strategic and enterprise-wide purchases. This person will interact with senior Church department leaders and senior decision makers for key suppliers and vendors. The SRM 2 will perform some international work and help departments and vendors comply with contractual obligations. The SRM 2 will lead the daily work of lower-graded SRMs and buyers as the need arises.

With approval from the Division Director, an SRM 2 may be assigned as a people manager of lower level employees. Specific relationship management duties include the following:
Manage supplier contracts through the contract lifecycle;
Become a negotiating partner with the employer that helps bridge employer needs and supplier qualifications when creating significant and strategic contracts; leverage the global Church enterprise expenditures to qualify, select, and establish legal contracts with the best possible vendors of products and services at the best value for the Church. Ensure supplier performance of contracted terms and conditions. Understand and articulate customer and internal partner needs: ensure that the needs of sponsoring organizations are satisfied at the best possible value;

interact with vendors, consultants and professional groups; serve as a contracting industry authority; vet prospective vendors to ensure they meet Church standards and are qualified to perform the services needed; onboard vendors into Church systems for contracting, payment, and access to required tools; coordinate with Church departments (e.g., OGC, Risk, IRI) and outside counsel to facilitate contract reviews; draft, review, execute and manage contracts through the contract lifecycle for various types of technology contracts.

Full-time. 401k and benefits available.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 7 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required;
Requires in-depth supply-chain knowledge and experience and experience in supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, outsourcing or procurement operations management. Use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently; receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience may direct the work of other staff members.

Seasoned interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate with both internal and external stakeholders. Solid communication and presentation skills are required. Willing to travel (up to 20 % domestic and international travel for up to 2 weeks at a time).

Preferred Qualifications:

Master of Business Administration, Juris Doctorate, or other advanced degree; CPM or CPSM certification.

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world.

They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.