Strategic Vendor Performance Lead

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc.; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation and sick time

Paid time off

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. is seeking a seasoned vendor management professional to lead performance, risk, and relationship management across our supplier base in the Central U.S.

The role focuses on developing vendor scorecards, reviews, and strategic alignment with business needs. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, ensure contract deliverables, and communicate insights to executives.

Qualifications

• Experience in vendor management or related field.
• Ability to develop and interpret data visualizations and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead vendor performance, relationship, and risk management activities.
• Develop and execute vendor scorecards and performance reviews.
• Drive vendor optimization and strategic alignment with business needs.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and executive-level communication.
• Monitor compliance with contract deliverables and manage corrective actions.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Interpret data visualizations and analytics, and clearly convey insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Influence without authority

Education

CIPS

CPSM

SFIA

Job description

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. is seeking a seasoned vendor management professional to lead performance, risk, and relationship management across our supplier base in the Central U.S.

The role focuses on developing vendor scorecards, reviews, and strategic alignment with business needs. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, ensure contract deliverables, and communicate insights to executives.