Supplier Management Senior Consultant II

Accountabilities

Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with supplier partners, serving as a trusted advisor to internal business teams and helping align supplier solutions with business objectives.
Business Consulting and Strategy: Evaluate supplier offerings and recommend cost-effective strategies that support insurance product goals, profitable growth, and increased market share.
Data Analysis and Performance Monitoring: Analyze supplier data, market trends, and product performance to identify opportunities, assess risks, monitor results, and recommend improvements.
Reporting and Dashboard Development: Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Tableau, or similar tools to improve visibility into supplier performance and business metrics.
Supplier Testing and Evaluation: Partner with business teams to develop, execute, and evaluate supplier product testing initiatives, translating findings into practical recommendations.
Procurement and Contract Optimization: Collaborate with Sourcing and Procurement teams to maximize the value, utilization, and effectiveness of supplier contracts, data, and services.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate communication and problem-solving between supplier partners and internal stakeholders, ensuring information is shared effectively and business challenges are addressed promptly.
Process Improvement and Innovation: Identify opportunities to improve supplier management processes, enhance analytics capabilities, and encourage the adoption of new technologies and innovative solutions.
Strategic Communication: Present complex analytical findings in a clear, concise, and compelling manner, providing business leaders with actionable insights to guide decisions and improve operational outcomes.
Requirements
Professional Experience: At least 3 years of experience in supplier management, business consulting, analytics, procurement, insurance, or a related field.
Data Visualization and Reporting: Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Tableau, or comparable platforms.
Analytical Expertise: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets, identify meaningful trends, and translate findings into business recommendations.
Supplier and Stakeholder Management: Demonstrated ability to develop productive supplier relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across business functions.
Business Acumen: Understanding of supplier performance, procurement processes, product development, and commercial strategies, with the ability to connect analytical insights to business objectives.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present data-driven recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Process Improvement: Ability to identify operational inefficiencies, recommend improvements, and support the implementation of new processes and technologies.
Adaptability and Initiative: A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively, and drive initiatives forward.
Remote Work Readiness: Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, with a dedicated, private workspace and reliable internet connectivity of at least 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
Additional Employment Requirements: Candidates selected for the position must complete a background investigation. Employment-based visa sponsorship is generally not available for this role.
Benefits
Competitive compensation: Annual salary range of $68,500–$115,600, depending on experience and qualifications.
Remote work flexibility: Work from home anywhere in the United States, subject to applicable employment requirements.
Technology equipment: Comprehensive home-office technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
Internet reimbursement: Monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset home internet expenses.
Professional development: Opportunities to strengthen analytical, consulting, supplier management, and business strategy skills.
Career growth: Exposure to cross-functional initiatives, strategic decision-making, and innovative technologies within the insurance industry.
Meaningful impact: Contribute to business performance, process innovation, and the development of more effective supplier partnerships.
Collaborative environment: Work with diverse teams and business partners in an organization focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and customer protection.