Manages supplier categories and third-party relationships across due diligence, sourcing, contracting, onboarding, monitoring, and offboarding. Leads supplier strategies, negotiations, contract management, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement. The role requires executive-level influence, oversight of third-party services, adherence to financial-services regulations, and management of multiple complex priorities. It also includes team leadership, change management, and efforts to improve efficiency and supplier value.