VP- Vendor Management Support

Saaki Argus And Averil Consulting; Chennai District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Saaki Argus And Averil Consulting is seeking a Vendor Management Support professional in Chennai to assist Contract Owners with vendor onboarding, record maintenance, and contract administration. You will coordinate with internal teams and vendors to ensure compliance and milestone tracking.

The role emphasizes organizational excellence, clear communication, and attention to regulatory requirements, helping optimize vendor performance and reduce risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• Prior experience in vendor management or procurement is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support to Contract Owners across vendor management activities.
• Assist with vendor onboarding and maintain accurate, up-to-date vendor information and records.
• Support contract administration by tracking contract milestones, renewal dates, compliance requirements, and maintaining related documentation.
• Coordinate communications between vendors and internal stakeholders to facilitate effective collaboration.
• Assist in identifying and resolving vendor-related issues, escalating matters when appropriate.
• Support the monitoring of vendor compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Skills

Vendor management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Vendor Management Support role provides operational and administrative assistance to Contract Owners in the effective oversight of suppliers and vendors. The position plays a key role in supporting vendor lifecycle activities, including onboarding, contract administration, performance monitoring, and record management. It also helps ensure vendor compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards, contributing to operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support to Contract Owners across vendor management activities.
• Assist with vendor onboarding and maintain accurate, up-to-date vendor information and records.
• Support contract administration by tracking contract milestones, renewal dates, compliance requirements, and maintaining related documentation.
• Coordinate communications between vendors and internal stakeholders to facilitate effective collaboration.
• Assist in identifying and resolving vendor-related issues, escalating matters when appropriate.
• Support the monitoring of vendor compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in vendor management, procurement, or supply chain support is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).