This role involves developing vendors into reliable partners who consistently deliver best-in-class service and value, focusing on External Services vendors and internal customer relationships
Job Summary
This role involves developing vendors into reliable partners who consistently deliver best-in-class service and value, focusing on External Services vendors and internal customer relationships.
The associate has a key role in future planning and analysis related to assets, real estate needs, and vendor requirements, and will be responsible for leading vendor cost-saving and performance improvement efforts.
The position requires implementing and administering third-party service provider agreements, creating bid packages, evaluating proposals, and leading cross-functional meetings.
Matching Summary
This role involves developing vendors into reliable partners who consistently deliver best-in-class service and value, focusing on External Services vendors and internal customer relationships.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Manage vendor development and performance
Analyze market data and internal operations
Negotiate external services agreements
Implement and administer vendor programs
Lead cost-saving and improvement efforts
Develop vendor agreements with stakeholders
Nice-to-have
Build strong working relationships
Dig into data and solve problems
Proactive and organized approach
Comfortable managing multiple priorities
Passion for creating partnerships
Key Requirements
3 - 5 years of experience in vendor relations
Bachelor's degree required
Previous shoreside marine, transportation, or supply chain experience a strong plus
Previous contract management experience a strong plus
Demonstrated analytical abilities and proficiency in Microsoft Excel