Global Learning Supplier Network

Link Group is seeking a Senior Consultant to manage a global network of learning suppliers, supporting supplier development, onboarding, commercial negotiation, data management, and performance monitoring in an international environment.

• Experience in supplier management, vendor management, procurement, managed services, learning operations, project coordination or similar operational roles.
• Strong project management and coordination skills with ability to manage multiple suppliers, priorities, and deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills to assess information, compare options and provide recommendations.
• Excellent attention to detail with experience working with structured data, databases, trackers, and documentation.
• Good understanding of commercial processes, pricing, rate cards, contracts, service levels, and purchase orders.
• Experience with supplier onboarding, due diligence, compliance, and risk-related processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with international stakeholders and suppliers across different countries and time zones.
• Excellent English proficiency, spoken and written.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice to have:

• Experience within Learning & Development, Learning Services or Managed Learning Services.
• Experience working with training providers, coaching companies, or digital learning suppliers.
• Experience with supplier management, workflow or project management tools.
• Background in consulting or a large international organization.

• Support the development and continuous improvement of a global learning supplier network.
• Research and identify potential learning suppliers across different markets and capability areas.
• Assess suppliers based on capabilities, geographic coverage, industry experience, delivery models, quality, and commercial readiness.
• Maintain accurate supplier databases, trackers, and catalogue information.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding, including documentation, compliance, contracting, procurement, risk, and information security requirements.
• Work with internal teams to resolve onboarding issues and remove blockers.
• Support supplier negotiations, including rates, pricing, and commercial terms.
• Manage supplier information, rate cards, service details, and supplier status.
• Monitor supplier performance, service levels, and stakeholder feedback.
• Prepare reports and materials for supplier governance meetings, including risks, issues, progress, and recommended actions.
• Support continuous improvement of supplier management processes, data quality, and governance.
• Contribute to the development of a scalable and reliable global supplier ecosystem.