Senior Manager, Vendor Management, Business Operations

Public Partnerships | PPL

Sr. Manager managing vendor relationships and performance.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $149,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor management, procurement, and contract negotiation, with a strong focus on compliance, performance analysis, and strategic decision-making. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive operational efficiencies.

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Vendor ManagementContract NegotiationAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft ExcelPower BI

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Hard Skills

Vendor ManagementProcurementSourcingContract ManagementPerformance Metrics AnalysisCost Savings IdentificationProcess ImprovementOperational Efficiency

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsCommunication AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuitePower BI

Industry Keywords

Service Level AgreementsKey Performance IndicatorsRegulatory ComplianceVendor Onboarding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain strategic relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Oversee and manage vendor workforce operations exceeding 300+ vendor personnel.
Lead vendor selection, onboarding, and contract negotiation processes.
Monitor vendor performance against service level agreements (SLAs), key performance indicators (KPIs), and contractual obligations.
Analyze vendor spend, performance metrics, and market trends to support strategic decision-making.
Ensure vendor compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and security standards.
Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Legal, Operations, and business stakeholders on vendor-related activities.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in vendor management, procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or contract management.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Power BI.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities