Director of Vendor Management
New York
Job Description Job Description TITLE: Director of Vendor Management DEPARTMENT: Digital Operations LOCATION: New York POSITION: Full Time JOB SUMMARY : This position is to manage the various vendors necessary for digital deployments. The position will manage sourcing vendors, ensuring corporate processes are followed for legal agreements, SOWs, RFPs and qualifying. This function will ensure that vendors meet deliverables, stay in budget and are effective overall. This position will work cross functionally with procurement, legal, operations and technology solution to meet corporate vendor requirements. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Lead sourcing for vendors for digital deployments and maintenance
Write SOWs for various vendor functions
Review legal contracts for terms and conditions; ensure corporate interests are represented
Review legal contracts and SOWs for system security
Develop RFPs for vendors
Participate in RFP evaluation process with procurement
Ensure vendor performance meets contractual and project requirements
Monitor vendor pricing with procurement team
Work with supply chain management on vendor orders to ensure proper fulfillment
Work with finance and accounts payable as necessary on vendor invoices/payments
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : 10 years’ experience, with at least 5 years’ experience in vendor management
Computer skills required: MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access), eBuilder a plus
Strong detail orientation and organizational skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Analytical/problem solving skills
Ability to prioritize/handle assignments and deadlines
Ability to handle the tasks associated with a fast-paced environment
Non-standard work hours as needed