Vendor Network Manager

Position Summary 

The Vendor Network Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, supervision, and execution of the vendor management process, including strategic oversight, internal governance, performance monitoring, price negotiating, and market assignment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Develop and drive the framework for vendor management and governance within the Trades division.
• Grow and maintain the Trades vendor network through developing a strategy and processes around sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and training on work order management system and processes.
• Work with the Vendor Compliance department to ensure new vendors are properly and completely onboarded.
• Work with the Vendor Compliance department to ensure compliance with all necessary insurance and licensing requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain effective communication and positive working relationships with all Service Partners.
• Review & communicate performance metrics with Service Partners on a regular basis.
• Facilitate remote and/or on-site vendor audits when required and appropriate.
• Ensure Service Partner database is accurate, up to date. 
• Ensure that vendor related processes are operational and functioning as needed.
• Drive vendor behavior and deliver continuous improvement in vendor performance that fosters revenue and earnings growth and expense management.
• Perform vendor analysis to identify and or measure cost savings initiatives or service level execution and make recommendations for improvement.
• Provide leadership to influence and strategically lead the vendor management processes and oversee the department activities and socialization within the organization.
• Liaison to vendor for the operations team as needed to assist with work order escalations and issues. 
• Balance and lead the vendor related pipeline of projects with stakeholders and executives.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities 

• Perform other related duties as required and assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies 

• Leadership skills balanced with a willingness to play a “hands-on” role with key projects.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills required to effectively discuss and communicate vendor strategies at all levels.
• Ability to think strategically and objectively to effectively translate data into actionable insights, strategies and financial plans.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, growing environment.
• Strong ability to build and develop positive working relationships with vendors and cross functionally within the organization.
• Excellent negotiating skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Technical capacity to learn new systems and software (Salesforce).

Educational Qualifications/Job Experience Requirements 

Education: 

• High School Diploma, General Education Degree, or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree is a plus 

Experience Required: 

• 3+ years’ management experience and knowledge 
• Successful experience in developing and maintaining vendor relationships 
• Experience in managing budgets 
• Experience in Trade Services is a plus

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements 

Schedule:  

• Schedule varies and includes weekends or holidays as needed.  

The working conditions and physical environments described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Physical Demands: 

• Extended periods of work seated at a desk; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs. 
• Ability to speak clearly (use of voice) 
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, moderate peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus 

Working Environment: 

• Office environment generally mild to moderate conditions including varying temperatures and noise levels conducive to a busy workplace and office equipment 
• Lighting varies based on building requirements and may be adjusted within reason 
• Time constraints and related pressures to complete work are high 

Travel: <10% 

KBS considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, and expression, marital or military status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KBS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

The salary range for this position is based on market data and is intended to provide a general guideline for the position. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.  The final offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation during the hiring process.

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