Global Vendor Lead: Circular Tech & Sourcing (Remote)

3stepIT; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition & Rewards

Continuous Learning

Wellbeing Focus

Purpose-Driven Work

Fun & Connection

Job summary

3stepIT is seeking a Global Vendor Manager to oversee the selection, negotiation, performance, and long-term management of suppliers across multiple regions. This role ensures vendors deliver high-quality products or services, meet contractual obligations, and support the company's global business strategy.

Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder influence are essential. You will lead cross-functional teams across Legal, Finance, IT, Operations and regional units to align vendor strategies,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program management.
• Experience in IT asset disposition, IT hardware trading, or related technology services industries preferred.
• Proven track record in designing and managing multi-regional service delivery programs.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Contract Negotiation: Lead global RFP/RFI processes and evaluate vendor proposals.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, SLAs, KPIs, and long-term agreements.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and internal procurement policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Vendor management

Cross-cultural comms

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP

CRM

Service management systems

Job description

3stepIT is seeking a Global Vendor Manager to oversee the selection, negotiation, performance, and long-term management of suppliers across multiple regions. This role ensures vendors deliver high-quality products or services, meet contractual obligations, and support the company's global business strategy.

Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder influence are essential. You will lead cross-functional teams across Legal, Finance, IT, Operations and regional units to align vendor strategies,