Head of Vendor Management / Associate Director

Job description

Lead the development of a centralized vendor strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and ensure external services meet strict quality, compliance, and performance standards. Oversee the full vendor lifecycle from sourcing and qualification to contract negotiations, governance, and performance management. Collaborate with commercial, operational, financial, legal, and quality teams to drive cost optimization, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, implement scalable processes, and support a high‑performing vendor management function

Requirements

• proficient in Excel
• experience with procurement
• experience with contract negotiations
• knowledge of quality assurance
• compliance experience

Skills