Principal, Strategic Projects and Vendor Manger

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 115,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

PTO and holidays

Incentive compensation

401K with company matching

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Principal, Strategic Projects and Vendor Manager to lead strategic projects and vendor management in a remote US-based role. You will partner with internal teams and external suppliers to improve service delivery, drive contract outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency in a regulated environment.

The role requires substantial expertise in vendor management and project leadership, with PMP preferred and Six Sigma/Lean a plus, and offers a compensation range aligned to US

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; 9+ years in relevant fields.
• 6 years of subject matter expertise in vendor management and project management
• PMP certification preferred; Six Sigma/Lean background is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of vendor relations, contract negotiations, and service level agreements

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select vendors through RFI and RFP processes to align with business goals
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor renewals and service agreements
• Serve as the primary liaison between vendors and internal teams, ensuring compliance and performance
• Lead project management cycles for vendor and product development, from initiation to close-out
• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations while coordinating with cross-functional teams
• Monitor project progress, assess risks, and communicate status updates to stakeholders
• Implement continuous process improvements and operational efficiencies for vendor services

Skills

Vendor management

Project management

Contract negotiations

Leadership

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Principal, Strategic Projects and Vendor Manger to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.

This role will lead strategic project execution and vendor management efforts that support critical business initiatives across the organization. The position will partner closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to improve service delivery, strengthen contract outcomes, and drive operational efficiency. It is well-suited for someone who can balance project leadership, vendor governance, and continuous improvement in a regulated, fast-moving environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $114,622 – $206,321 annually

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select vendors through RFI and RFP processes to align with business goals
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor renewals and service agreements
• Serve as the primary liaison between vendors and internal teams, ensuring compliance and performance
• Lead project management cycles for vendor and product development, from initiation to close-out
• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations while coordinating with cross-functional teams
• Monitor project progress, assess risks, and communicate status updates to stakeholders
• Implement continuous process improvements and operational efficiencies for vendor services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; 9+ years in relevant fields
• 6 years of subject matter expertise in vendor management and project management
• PMP certification preferred; Six Sigma/Lean background is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of vendor relations, contract negotiations, and service level agreements

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Incentive compensation opportunities
• 401K plan with company matching contributions
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for further education
• Employee referral bonuses

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.