Talent Worx is searching for a highly skilled and experienced Vender Manager to join our team.We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven Vendor Manager to lead vendor relationships and ensure the highest standards of service delivery. This role will involve managing end-to-end vendor operations, analyzing performance through advanced Excel reporting, creating impactful presentations, and facilitating seamless communication between internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
Requirements
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Vendor Relationship Management
- Build, maintain, and nurture strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent quality, compliance, and service levels.
- Monitor and evaluate vendor performance against SLAs, implementing improvement plans where necessary.
- Oversee vendor onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions.
Data & Excel Management
- Develop, update, and analyze Excel reports to track vendor performance, contract timelines, costs, and KPIs.
- Utilize advanced Excel tools (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros, Dashboards) to generate actionable insights.
- Maintain accurate vendor records and documentation.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Act as the primary liaison between internal teams (Finance, Legal, Procurement) and vendors to ensure timely execution of contracts, payments, and deliverables.
- Organize and lead periodic review meetings to discuss performance, resolve issues, and align on goals.
Presentation & Reporting
- Prepare professional PowerPoint or Google Slides presentations for internal and external meetings.
- Translate data and metrics into compelling visual reports for leadership decision-making.
Communication & Administration
- Serve as the central point of contact for all vendor-related inquiries.
- Draft clear, professional communications including emails, agendas, meeting minutes, and follow-ups.
- Ensure timely dissemination of updates and decisions to all relevant stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 2–5 years’ experience in vendor management, procurement, or operations.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, dashboards) and PowerPoint/Google Slides.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail, organizational excellence, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven experience working with cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.
- Collaborative culture with cross-functional exposure.
- Potential to influence and enhance vendor management strategies.
