Strategic Vendor Manager – Consumables & MPS

Designeers Midwest; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Business Operations Consumables Vendor Manager to oversee vendor compliance and performance in Lexington. The role requires over three years of vendor management and contract negotiation experience. Key responsibilities include managing contracts, ensuring compliance with service level agreements, and coordinating with internal teams. Applicants should possess advanced Excel skills and a bachelor's degree in Business or Finance. This position is critical in driving improvements and ensuring effective vendor governance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in vendor/supplier relationship management preferred.
• Experience in negotiations and contract management preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vendors are compliant and meeting SLAs.
• Manage contract renewal periods and RFPs.
• Coordinate with internal teams to drive solutions.

Skills

Vendor/supplier relationship management

Negotiations/contract management

Advanced Excel skills

Financial concepts/analysis

Reporting tool experience (BOXI, Crystal)

Education

Bachelors in Business or Finance

Tools

Siebel

SAP

Job description

A recruiting firm is seeking a Business Operations Consumables Vendor Manager to oversee vendor compliance and performance in Lexington. The role requires over three years of vendor management and contract negotiation experience. Key responsibilities include managing contracts, ensuring compliance with service level agreements, and coordinating with internal teams. Applicants should possess advanced Excel skills and a bachelor's degree in Business or Finance. This position is critical in driving improvements and ensuring effective vendor governance.