L&D Supplier Relationship Manager
Guidant Global | Hybrid (Luton) with occasional travel to StevenageSalary: Competitive + Attractive Benefits Package
Guidant Global is expanding our partnership with a leading defence client, launching a new Learning & Development administration service. We’re looking for an L&D Supplier Relationship Manager to oversee supplier onboarding, performance, and relationships across a high‑volume, high‑impact training environment
What you’ll do
Onboard new suppliers and ensure understanding of processes, SLAs, and compliance requirements
Manage supplier performance through KPIs, data analysis, and regular business reviews
Build strong, trusted relationships with suppliers and internal partners
Conduct escalations and implement corrective actions
Support sourcing of new suppliers based on our defence client’s training needs
Ensure compliance with contractual and security standards
Collaborate closely with L&D operations, procurement, finance, and onboarding teams
Identify innovation and continuous improvement opportunities
Maintain service quality and accuracy across a high‑volume L&D environment
Essential:
2+ years’ supplier/vendor management or procurement experience
Excellent relationship‑building skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability
Understanding of contracts, SLAs, and compliance
Eligible for Security Clearance (SC)
L&D or training environment experience (desired)
Why join us?
Be part of a brand‑new service line, working with a supportive team that champions innovation, ownership, and meaningful impact. Strong development opportunities into senior supplier or client services roles.
Apply now
If you’re passionate about supplier excellence and want to shape a new L&D service for a world‑class organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
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