Supplier Relationship Manager - Travel & Event Management

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Position

Schedule:

Full-Time

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 27-Feb-2026. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.

Do you have experience leading Supplier performance? Do you enjoy meeting new people and building relationships? Do you have experience clearly communicating vendor directions to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service? If so, this might be the opportunity for you!

Edward Jones' Travel & Event Management team is seeking a Program Manager to manage Supplier Relationship and drive program results. This Manager serves as a strategic problem‑solver and trusted decision‑maker, navigating complex, non‑routine challenges with critical thinking and sound judgment.

Edward Jones' compensation and benefits package includes medical and prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary benefits (such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness), short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage. Short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates. Edward Jones offers a 401k retirement plan, and tax-advantaged accounts: health savings account, and flexible spending account.

Edward Jones observes ten paid holidays and provides 15 days of vacation for new associates beginning on January 1 of each year, as well as sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism. Associates may be eligible for bonuses and profit sharing. All associates are eligible for the firm's Employee Assistance Program. For more information on the Benefits available to Edward Jones associates, please visit our benefits page () .

Hiring Minimum: $84100

Hiring Maximum: $143100

• A bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of experience leading projects and/or programs.
• 5+ years of supplier management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required as the position will facilitate group meetings and will be responsible for program communications.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and time management abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Understanding of program cost projections, billing reconciliation, project charters and business justification.

Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week effective June 1, 2026. Before June 1, 2026, candidates that live within a commutable distance from our St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office three days per week, with preference for Tuesday through Thursday.

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Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500¹ company where people come first. With over 9 million clients and 20,000 financial advisors across the U.S. and Canada, we're proud to be privately‑owned, placing the focus on our clients rather than shareholder returns.

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