Vendor Management (Agency Management) - Operations, SPX Express

SPX PHILIPPINES INC.; Calamba; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SPX PHILIPPINES INC. in Calamba, Laguna is seeking a Vendor Relationship Manager to lead a team of vendor managers and optimize 3PL partnerships. The role emphasizes onboarding, contract alignment, and performance against SLAs.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in logistics, strong negotiation and analytics skills, and a proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, operations, and transportation teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, logistics, or related field.
• Proven leadership and vendor management experience.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of vendor managers in selecting, onboarding, and managing 3PL partners.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key 3PL providers; ensure SLA/KPI adherence.
• Monitor performance metrics; analyze data and drive improvements with vendors.
• Collaborate with finance to manage logistics budgets and identify cost savings.
• Negotiate and draft contracts with 3PL partners; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in strategic planning for supply chain optimization and risk management.
• Mentor and develop the vendor management team; align with company goals.

Skills

Vendor management

Leadership

Negotiation

Data analytics

Cross-functional comms

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/operations management/logistics

Job description

Job Description

1. Vendor Relationship Management:

• Lead a team of vendor managers in the selection, onboarding, and ongoing management of 3PL partners.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key 3PL providers.
• Ensure that 3PL partners consistently meet or exceed established SLAs and KPIs.

2. Performance Monitoring and Improvement:

• Implement and monitor performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of 3PL providers.
• Analyze performance data and identify areas for improvement; collaborate with vendors to implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and audits to maintain high service quality.

3. Cost Management:

• Work closely with the finance department to manage and optimize logistics budgets.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through negotiation, process optimization, and vendor consolidation.
• Implement cost-control measures to maximize efficiency while maintaining service levels.

4. Contract and Agreement Management:

• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to negotiate and draft contracts and agreements with 3PL partners.
• Ensure that all contracts are compliant with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Monitor contract compliance and resolve any contractual disputes as needed.

5. Strategic Planning:

• Participate in the development of supply chain and logistics strategies.
• Provide input on long-term logistics network optimization, capacity planning, and risk management.

6. Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of vendor managers, fostering their growth and skill development.
• Ensure that team members are aligned with company goals and objectives.

7. Communication and Collaboration:

• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments, including procurement, operations, and transportation, to align logistics activities with broader business objectives.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive alignment and ensure smooth logistics operations.

Qualifications:

• With at least 3 years of working experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse, or freight forwarding.
• Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, logistics, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to deal cross-functional.
• Energetic, action-oriented, positive approach to problem solving with analytical skill, has passion in the eCommerce industry.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Amenable to be assigned in Calamba, Laguna