Strategic Partnerships & Supplier Operations Manager (SEA)

Elife Transfer; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Elife is seeking a Supplier Partnerships & Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of transportation suppliers across assigned markets in Southeast Asia. The role emphasizes hands-on operations, onboarding, and performance management to ensure reliable and cost-effective coverage.

You will liaise with Operations, Dispatch, QC, Pricing and Finance to maintain service levels, while driving supplier development and onboarding against Director-approved targets. Strong data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in supplier operations, vendor management, procurement, or related roles.
• Professional working proficiency in English (B2).
• Comfortable working remotely across Southeast Asian markets.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 20-40 active fleet partners.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (acceptance, complaint rate, driver compliance).
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and documentation with internal teams.
• Support supplier network expansion by identifying potential fleet operators and onboarding against targets.
• Resolve routine supplier issues and escalate when needed.
• Prepare contract renewals, supplier documentation updates, and scorecards for Director sign-off.

Skills

English (B2)

Communication

Remote work capability

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

Elife is seeking a Supplier Partnerships & Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of transportation suppliers across assigned markets in Southeast Asia. The role emphasizes hands-on operations, onboarding, and performance management to ensure reliable and cost-effective coverage.

You will liaise with Operations, Dispatch, QC, Pricing and Finance to maintain service levels, while driving supplier development and onboarding against Director-approved targets. Strong data skills are essential.