Job Description
B2B Service Operations Vendor Manager
**W2 contract, min 12 months ** Onsite out of Englewood Cliffs, NJ ** Target W2 $40-45/hr
Our client is seeking an experienced Vendor Manager with sharp analytical and stakeholder management skills to oversee and optimize our B2B Field Service network of third-party service providers and suppliers. This role reports to the Director of B2B Field Service Operation. Their service providers play a key role across the end-to-end customer journey, including contact center operations, technical support, logistics coordination, in home repairs, product exchanges/installations, and depot repair. This role is pivotal in ensuring service excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency across our vendor ecosystem.
Role & Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and stakeholders.
- Develop, implement and maintain vendor management policies and procedures to optimize vendor performance and ensure compliance with company standards.
- Ensure that the standard procedures are followed and that vendors meet or exceed their contractual obligations.
- Monitor and coordinate vendor performance reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure KPIS (key performance indicators) are maintained.
- Analyze vendor performance data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Monitor and support the vendor selection process, including the development of RFPs (request for proposals), bid evaluation, and contract negotiation.
- Address and resolve any vendor-related issues or disputes in a timely and effective manner.
Skills & Qualifications
Top Skills: Vendor Management, Expertise on Power Point & Excel, Strategic and Analytic Thinking
- Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years of directly related experience is required.
- Vendor management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
- Professional certifications in Supply Chain Management or Six Sigma are a plus.
- Masters degree preferred.
- Experienced in contract negotiation, outsourcing strategies and vendor performance management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
- Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships, influence stakeholder, and collaborate internally and externally and across all organizational levels.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power Point) and experienced with vendor management software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
Job Tags
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