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| Job ID: 14523606 |
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| Job Title: | Vendor Relations Manager |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | Bachelor's Degree |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Required Skills: | Please see the job description for information about required job skills. |
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| Job Description: |
Major Duties
Classification: Exempt/Nonbargaining
Position may be located Remote. #LI-Remote
Responsible for strategic sourcing, contract management, and vendor relationship management. This role involves managing vendor relationships, managing service level agreements and key performance indications, and ensuring the acquisition of high-quality services at the best total value proposition. The Vendor Relations Manager will work with key stakeholders in Sales, Product, Service Delivery, Engineering, Business Development and other areas to understand the needs of the business and execute a strategy that aligns with the overall objectives of the department and company.
Responsibilities
Manage complete relationships with assigned Access Vendors
Measure and track key vendor metrics and responsibilities, provide feedback in Vendor performance reviews and address any chronic performance issues
Evaluate potential new Vendors based on serviceability, quality, cost, terms, service and references; support RFPs and evaluate new products and services from existing Vendors
Negotiate terms and conditions with vendors to secure favorable contractual terms and conditions.
Understand Vendor's networks, services, strengths/weaknesses, processes, pricing and promotions; know how to navigate vendor portals, Vendor key personnel and escalation paths
On-board new Vendors and ensure smooth transition with internal departments such as Accounts Payable, Tax/Finance, Product, Pricing, and Service Delivery
Stay current on industry trends, customer applications and use cases, technology migrations, regulatory changes, merger/acquisition activities, Vendor financial health, and best practices
Manage existing inventory with assigned Vendors; track circuit term expirations to avoid rate increases; evaluate for re-terms at cost savings
Understand early termination liabilities and any Portability or contractual revenue replacement options to avoid such liabilities
Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives such as NNI upgrades, NNI utilization, technology changes, vendor changes, term management; Deliver annual savings in alignment with performance targets and objectives
Understand competitive pricing by service type and region in order to effectively negotiate and provide feedback to vendors
Understand legal requirements of assigned Vendor Agreements and ensure compliance, identify risks and mitigate
Drive continuous improvement in all aspects relating to the Vendor's pricing, process and performance
Manage escalations from internal customers such as Service Delivery, NOC/Repair, and Deal Desk
Support Access Finance team as needed with invoice validation, evaluate contracts and assist with identification of disputes and dispute negotiations and resolutions
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
10 years of experience in Telecommunications and experience in Vendor Relations, Procurement or Supply Chain management is desired
Strong negotiations skills necessary to seek appropriate cost, quality, delivery and terms
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques
Track record of generating cost savings and improving pipeline intervals
Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required
Proven track record of successful supplier negotiation and contract management
Ability to manage multiple projects to completion on-time
Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Experience collecting data and developing and monitoring key performance metrics
Benefits Offered
We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:
401(k) matching
Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation and personal days
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Annual bonus program to eligible employee's based upon organization performance
Salary
Pay range (commensurate with skills and experience): $76,244 - $115,571
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, familial status, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Consolidated Communications Enterprise Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.
Refer to ID 82969702 when applying |
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