Suppliers Network Manager

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  • AXA
  • OSTRAVA, Moravian-Silesian Region
  • Full-Time
  • 1 week ago
Published
May 5, 2026
Location
OSTRAVA, United Kingdom
Job Type

Suppliers Network Manager: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role: A role to develop and manage an international network of medical and non-medical providers across CEE to improve service quality and optimize supplier costs.
  • The Person: Manage and develop the CEE provider network including onboarding suppliers, leading tenders and audits, monitoring provider performance and compliance, supporting contract negotiations, and resolving supplier issues.
  • Requirements: English (C1) and Czech or Polish (C1), strong communication and negotiation skills, good organizational skills and business mindset, willingness to travel, and experience in network management or assistance is an advantage.

Job Description

We are looking for a driven and relationship-oriented professional who will take ownership of developing and strengthening our international network of medical and non-medical providers across the CEE region. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping the network strategy, optimizing costs, and enhancing service quality, while building strong partnerships and collaborating with diverse teams across AXA. This is a great opportunity to make a visible impact on business performance, drive innovation in supplier management, and contribute to delivering excellent customer experience. What you’ll be doing: Manage and develop the international network of medical and non-medical providers across CEE Identify and onboard new suppliers, lead tenders, and conduct audits Build strong relationships with providers and internal stakeholders Monitor provider performance (quality, NPS, compliance) and drive improvements Optimize costs and identify efficiency opportunities Support contract negotiations and ensure proper documentation Collaborate across teams and participate in projects and process improvements Resolve supplier-related issues and escalations What you’ll bring: Minimum secondary education English (C1) and Czech or Polish (C1) Strong communication and negotiation skills Good organizational skills and business mindset Proactive, reliable, and able to work under pressure Willingness to travel Experience in network management or assistance is an advantage What we offer: At AXA Partners, we’re appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive: 25 days of vacation Meal vouchers worth 150 CZK from day one Home office 2 days per week (after training), including full equipment (laptop, monitor, docking station, etc.) Smart working allowance (750 CZK/month) MultiSport or Pluxee Flexi Pass (500 CZK/month contribution) Telemedicine – 24/7 online medical support for you and up to five family members Pension contribution (1,000 CZK/month) Fully covered life insurance Free European travel insurance, including coverage for extreme sports and roadside assistance Development programs and courses, including access to LinkedIn Learning A friendly team of colleagues Office refreshments ... and much more (discounts at our partners etc.) To apply, click on the ‘apply for this job’ button, you’ll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, please send an email to AXA Partners Global HR Response - globalhr@partners.axa Who we are: We’re AXA Partners, experts at designing and delivering assistance solutions and specialised insurance, credit, and lifestyle protection – with and for our partners worldwide. What sets us apart? The expertise and passion of our 8,500+ people, and a strong network of over 55,000 professionals all over the world. Powered by them and our sector-leading technology, we continuously evolve, adapt and thrive – offering solutions and services that make sure we’re always at people’s side, no matter what. Helping others is our passion. Combining the best digital technology with our warm, human touch, we’re always looking at new ways to offer seamless and reassuring experiences when it really matters. Join a company that helps protect the forests! At AXA Partners, we plant a tree for every new recruit (with a permanent contract)

Key Skills
? Key Skills in dark blue have been inferred based on similar industry roles
Contract Management Supplier Onboarding Tender Management Vendor Performance Monitoring Supplier Audits Cost Optimisation Fluent English Czech Or Polish Strategy

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