-Job descriptionHSBC Global Procurement has an exciting opportunity to join its new Supplier Management team. This role will be integral to embedding supplier management best practice across HSBC through the development of a standardised framework and execution of global improvement programmes around all aspects of Supplier Management.By introducing consistency to supplier management, the role holder will work with colleagues to maximise the value of HSBC's supplier relationships.The job holder will form a part of a small, specialist central Supplier Management team. We are seeking a flexible, self-starter with outstanding communication and engagement skills who will build cross functional, and cross supplier, relationships. The successful individual will work autonomously to deliver a step change in supplier management practices across the organisation. They will be a strategic partner to the business and bringing together diverse stakeholders, ensuring their suppliers are managed professionally and consistently**Principal Accountabilities**:- Work with colleages on the adoption of supplier management best practice.- Work with stakeholders across HSBC to support the proactive and consistent management of suppliers- Support the development and delivery of performance management methodologies, service levels and contract terms- Lead on the development and distribution of supplier MI.Requirements**Requirements**:- An excellent understanding of supplier management methodologies.- The ability to carry out, interpret, and present supplier research with meaningful management information and insights.- Delivery of supplier performance management and enhancement.- Commercial acumen and expertise in contract management.- A good understanding of governance models to manage supplier relationships.- Working in a team on development of strategic supplier relationships through collaborative working, openness, and trust.- Working in a team on joint value creation across your managed supply base.- Working in a team that manages supplier innovation.- Supply chain risk identification, analysis, and mitigation.- Use of relevant measures to demonstrate ROI of supplier management initiatives.- An understanding of regulatory compliance in relations to supplier management.