Strategic Network Vendor Manager

SafeRide Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Competitive compensation

Equity options

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

SafeRide Health is seeking a strategic Network Vendor Manager to lead transportation provider partnerships, drive performance, and align network growth with the company mission to reduce barriers to care.

You will mentor Network Specialists, monitor SLAs and scorecards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to expand coverage while controlling costs. This role offers a remote-first environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in vendor management or partner relationship roles.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive performance outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience monitoring SLAs, scorecards, and KPIs.
• Strategic thinker capable of aligning actions with business goals.
• Experience negotiating with external partners to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage strategic relationships with transportation providers.
• Drive provider performance through scorecards, SLAs, and feedback loops.
• Expand geographic coverage while optimizing for quality, cost, and scalability.
• Collaborate with Complaints & Grievances to implement action plans.
• Monitor compliance to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Network Specialists.

Skills

Vendor management

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Performance metrics

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

SafeRide Health is seeking a strategic Network Vendor Manager to lead transportation provider partnerships, drive performance, and align network growth with the company mission to reduce barriers to care.

You will mentor Network Specialists, monitor SLAs and scorecards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to expand coverage while controlling costs. This role offers a remote-first environment and opportunities for growth.