Vendor Manager

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth. Position Overview: - The Vendor Manager is responsible for sourcing, onboarding, managing, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of quality goods and services at competitive prices. - The role focuses on performance management, contract compliance, cost control, and risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities: - Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors and suppliers - Negotiate contracts, pricing, service-level agreements (SLAs), and payment terms - Manage vendor relationships to ensure consistent quality, delivery, and performance - Monitor vendor performance using agreed KPIs and resolve issues promptly - Coordinate with internal departments (Operations, Finance, Procurement, Projects, Customer Service) to align vendor activities with business needs - Ensure vendors comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards - Review invoices, confirm deliveries, and support timely vendor payments - Maintain accurate vendor records, contracts, and documentation - Manage vendor risks and develop contingency plans - Conduct periodic vendor reviews and recommend improvements or replacements. Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field - Strong negotiation and contract management skills - Excellent communication and relationship-management abilities - Good understanding of vendor sourcing, pricing, and performance metrics - Proficiency in MS Office and vendor/procurement management systems - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Skills: & Competencies: - Vendor relationship management - Negotiation and cost optimization - Contract administration - Attention to detail - Risk assessment and compliance - Time management and organization.