Vendor Manager

Summary: The Vendor Manager role at a leading telecommunications provider involves managing a portfolio of vendors to ensure services are effective and cost-efficient. The position requires driving continuous service improvement and serving as the primary contact for vendor-related issues. Candidates should have experience in commercial vendor management, particularly within the telecoms or cable industry. This is a 26-week contract with the potential for extension, offering remote work with occasional office visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage a portfolio of vendors in line with ITIL best practices.
• Develop SMART KPIs to measure vendor performance and ensure value for money.
• Chair regular vendor review meetings to report and review performance.
• Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding vendor issues.
• Build relationships with internal groups to ensure vendor agreements are communicated and understood.
• Work within the vendor management team to build a vendor plan targeting all aspects of services provided by vendors.
• Ensure necessary purchase orders for vendors are in place for payment of services.

Key Skills:

• Experience in Commercial Vendor Management.
• Experience in managing various vendors delivering mixed services.
• Strong PC skills and proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Commercial acumen and experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Experience in Telecoms, Cable, or similar industry is desired.

Salary (Rate): 350

City: Reading

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT