Vendor Relationship Manager

1 month ago

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Cigna Group Full time

This vendor management position plays a crucial role within the Cigna Middle East (CIME) business and reports to the Head of Product & Solution Strategy. The primary responsibility is to manage both new and existing strategic vendor partnerships across the Middle East and Africa.

Candidate Profile:

To be considered for this role, you need to be highly motivated, driven to succeed, possess proven vendor management and/ or TPA management skills, and have demonstrated expertise in managing vendors in a matrixed environment. Strong soft skills are a must as the role involves extensive interaction with director level and above stakeholders as well as working with multiple vendors. The ability to travel up to 25% across the Middle East & Africa is required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Creation of a Governance framework for reviewing and refining strategic vendor delivery objectives and performance against service level agreements
  • Develop processes and workflows to partner with vendor(s) and internal delivery teams to facilitate vendor governance
  • Review, recommend, and enhance vendor operations and performance processes
  • Collaborate with vendors on technical and service roadmaps and advancements
  • Identify strategic opportunities to Senior Management on new or expanding opportunities with vendors
  • Implement new strategic vendor(s) into CiME from end-to-end
  • Acts as the single point of contact for internal stakeholders for vendor delivery issues and disputes
  • Prepare and present vendor compliance status to senior management
  • Establish a governance model for effective supplier delivery management
  • Execute and monitor Corrective Action Plans, if necessary
  • Handle conflict resolution internally and externally
  • Adhere to scope management and change control processes
  • Identify risks, issues, and mitigation plans
  • Create an environment of trust, collaboration, and openness
  • Propose recommendations and adjustments to project delivery
  • Communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels

Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Science and Technology, Business Administration, or related field required
  • 3+ years of vendor management experience
  • Knowledge of health care and/or insurance industry preferred
  • Experience in managing supplier relationships globally
  • Demonstrated success in delivering complex projects
  • Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
  • Ability to navigate highly matrixed organizations effectively
  • Proven ability to present and communicate effectively
  • Ability to quickly earn trust, mobilize teams, and resolve conflicts
  • Cultural competency, organizational and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

About Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Healthcare advocates for better health through all life stages, guiding customers through the healthcare system and empowering them to make informed decisions for their well-being. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to various characteristics protected by equal employment opportunity laws.

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