Vendor Manager I/II

Role Overview

The Vendor Manager is responsible for strategically managing vendor portfolios and vendor relationships. They act as a trusted advisor to the business unit and lead sourcing, selection, negotiations, contracting, and governance activities. The incumbent focuses on delivering improved vendor performance, competitive costs, balanced risk, and enhanced vendor alignment.

What You Will Do

The Vendor Manager will manage vendor portfolios, perform monthly reviews with business units, provide vendor management support, and lead sourcing and selection activities. They will also facilitate commercial negotiations, track and report negotiation results, and support supplier diversity efforts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have experience with vendors in sourcing, negotiating, contracting, and vendor governance. They will be able to think strategically, create operational action plans, and drive cost efficiencies and value. The candidate will also have strong communication and project management skills.

Requirements

• Two (2) or more years of experience with vendors in the areas of sourcing, negotiating, contracting, and vendor governance
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, IT, or related field
• Working knowledge of procurement modules of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tool
• Previous experience driving and leading negotiations for low to medium complexity agreements
• Experience executing competitive bids and negotiations with a track record of delivering cost efficiencies and value
• Persuasive effective communication with a demonstrated ability to build, influence, and execute in all facets of relationship building, sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and governing vendors
• Full cycle project management support experience
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to secure alignment and commitment with partners and/or stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met, while communicating risks and necessary adjustments in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and create, develop, and drive robust operational action plans
• Ability to perform work with minimal oversight and as part of a team
• Ability to support or lead cross-functional teams
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office programs

Benefits

• Group health and/or dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Wellness program
• Paid time away from work
• Paid holidays