What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties): 

• Collaborate with the Vendor Management team to develop and nurture strong relationships with vendors.
• Act as a liaison between the organization and vendors, ensuring effective communication and resolution of any issues that may arise.
• Assist in monitoring vendor performance by tracking key metrics and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address any performance gaps and drive continuous improvement.
• Contribute to identifying and mitigating risks associated with vendor relationships. Assist in conducting due diligence and risk assessments to ensure vendor compliance with security, privacy, and quality standards.
• Assist in collecting and analyzing vendor-related data to generate insights and reports. Help in preparing regular reports for management, highlighting vendor performance, contract compliance, and cost optimization opportunities.
• Developing and sustaining long-standing relationships with old/new vendors.
• The vendor management process is not static; it requires ongoing refinement. Analysts actively seek ways to improve vendor management practices, whether by incorporating emerging technologies, implementing automation, or adopting industry best practices.

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):  

• 5+ years of experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills (Effective written and verbal communication skills.)
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights
• Proficiency in GSuite (sheets, docs, forms etc)
• Familiarity with contract management and vendor evaluation processes
• Understanding of vendor relationship dynamics and negotiation principles
• Knowledge of risk management and compliance frameworks is a plus
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong negotiation, management, and decision-making skills.

Nice to haves:

• Experience using BI tool such as looker and salesforce
• Experience meeting with and presenting information to senior leadership