Vendor Manager

Lendo Group; Oslo; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Oslo is seeking a Vendor Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement process for IT, HR, and Finance services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vendor management and IT security, with excellent negotiation and communication skills. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and manage the vendor ecosystem while ensuring compliance and security standards are met.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in vendor management, procurement, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of IT security principles, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement process for IT, HR, and Finance.
• Conduct security and compliance due diligence on vendors.
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts with strong security clauses.
• Oversee onboarding and integration of vendor services.
• Monitor vendor performance and conduct regular risk assessments.

Skills

Vendor management

IT security principles

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Job description

Overview

Lendo Group is at a pivotal moment. As we prepare for a carve-out from our parent company, Vend, we need to build our own operational foundation, which includes establishing direct relationships with key service providers. We are looking for a skilled Vendor Manager to lead this effort, specifically for our IT, HR, and Finance functions. This is a unique opportunity to build and own our vendor ecosystem. Reporting to the Head of IT Security & Governance, you will be responsible for procurement and performance as well as ensuring our third-party relationships are secure, compliant, and robust. This position can be located in Stockholm or Oslo.

What You'll Do

• Lead the Sourcing and Procurement Process: Identify, evaluate, and select new vendors for core IT, HR, and Finance services, with a strong focus on security, compliance, and risk.
• Conduct Security & Compliance Due Diligence: Perform initial security assessments and ongoing monitoring of vendors to ensure they meet Lendo Group\'s security and regulatory requirements.
• Negotiate and Manage Contracts: Finalize vendor agreements, ensuring that contracts include strong security clauses, service level agreements (SLAs), and clear termination rights.
• Oversee Implementation: Manage the onboarding and integration of new vendor services, coordinating with internal teams to ensure a smooth transition from our parent company.
• Manage Vendor Performance & Risk: Proactively monitor vendor performance and security posture. Conduct regular business reviews and risk assessments to ensure continuous adherence to our standards.
• Build Relationships: Act as the primary point of contact for external partners, fostering strong, collaborative relationships while ensuring accountability.

Who We Believe You Are

• An experienced professional with a proven track record in vendor management, procurement, or a related field.
• You have a strong understanding of IT security principles, risk management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR).
• A natural negotiator with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Someone with an understanding of IT, HR, and Finance systems and services is highly beneficial.
• We believe you speak, write and understand Swedish or Norwegian.

Questions

Contact Fredrik Regn, Head of IT Security & Governance, [e-mail]

Our recruitment process

1. You apply
2. Alva Labs assessment
3. Meet with Fredrik and/or Johanna (HR)
4. Meet with CPTO
5. Offer and sign of contract
6. You start

About Lendo

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Make a difference with us at Lendo

At Lendo, our culture is just as important as the products and services we build. We believe in a workplace driven by trust, curiosity, and a strong desire to make things happen – where learning and ambition go hand in hand. Together, we’re creating a company that not only delivers results, but also makes a positive and lasting impact.

Success at Lendo is a team effort. We grow together, win together, celebrate together – and learn from the things that don’t go as planned. With energy and a clear focus on what truly matters to our customers, we show up every day to help people make smarter financial decisions.

We believe in taking ownership and in having each other’s backs along the way. At Lendo, you’ll have the space to grow, influence, and bring fresh ideas, whether you’re ready for the next step in your career or want to shape how we support our customers. Because for us, the customer always comes first.

We’re proud to be part of the Lendo Group – and even more proud of what we’re building together, day by day. Ready to be part of the journey?