Strategic Vendor Network Leader

Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, LLC; Pawtucket, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, LLC in Rhode Island seeks a Vendor Network Manager to lead the vendor management program across the Trades division, overseeing governance, performance monitoring and pricing negotiations.

You will grow the vendor network, onboard new vendors, conduct audits, manage budgets, and build strong relationships with service partners while driving cost savings and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Leadership and vendor management experience in a growing organization.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building with service partners.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights and financial plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead vendor management framework and governance for the Trades division.
• Grow and maintain vendor network via sourcing, evaluation, negotiation and onboarding.
• Ensure compliant onboarding and licensing/insurance requirements.
• Communicate performance metrics to Service Partners regularly.
• Facilitate vendor audits and maintain accurate vendor databases.
• Drive continuous improvement in vendor performance and cost savings.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Vendor management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Budgeting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, LLC in Rhode Island seeks a Vendor Network Manager to lead the vendor management program across the Trades division, overseeing governance, performance monitoring and pricing negotiations.

You will grow the vendor network, onboard new vendors, conduct audits, manage budgets, and build strong relationships with service partners while driving cost savings and process improvements.