Head of Vendor Management / Associate Director

Jobgether; Brasil; Presencial; BRL 300.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Jobgether, on behalf of a partner, seeks a Head of Vendor Management / Associate Director based in Brazil to shape and lead the vendor strategy for an international pharmaceutical and life sciences setting. You will own the vendor lifecycle from sourcing and qualification to contracts, governance, and performance management.

Collaborating with commercial, operational, legal, and quality teams, you will drive cost optimization, risk mitigation, and process improvements while building a

Descripción del empleo

Description:

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Vendor Management / Associate Director based in Brazil.

Take the lead in shaping vendor management and strategic outsourcing within an international pharmaceutical and life sciences environment. In this senior role, you will develop a centralized vendor strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and ensure external services meet rigorous quality, compliance, and performance standards. You will oversee the complete vendor lifecycle, from sourcing and qualification to contract negotiations, governance, and ongoing performance management. Working across commercial, operational, financial, legal, and quality teams, you will drive cost optimization, mitigate risks, and improve operational efficiency. You will also lead continuous improvement initiatives, implement scalable processes, and support the development of a high-performing vendor management function. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to patient safety while building trusted partnerships across a growing international business.