Vendor Manager - #26-27112

Job summary

Lead complex procurement initiatives from intake and sourcing strategy through supplier selection, negotiations, approvals, and executed agreements. Manage commercial and contractual outcomes while coordinating with business stakeholders, suppliers, Legal, and risk and control functions to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

Job details

Contract Duration: 10 Month Schedule: 4 Days onsite, 1 days remote Role Overview The Procurement Manager, Sourcing & Contracting, is responsible for leading complex procurement initiatives from strategy development through sourcing, negotiations, approvals, and contract execution. This role combines responsibilities traditionally performed by Strategic Sourcing Managers and Contract Managers. The successful candidate will independently manage the commercial and contractual aspects of procurement transactions while partnering with business stakeholders, suppliers, Legal, and risk and control functions. This requires strong experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract negotiations, risk management, stakeholder management, and governance within a complex and regulated environment. Candidate Profile Details Degree/Level of Education: Bachelor’s Degree is a must Certifications Required: Professional procurement, supply chain, or contract management certification Years of Overall Experience: 8+ years of experience Preferred/Ideal Candidate Background: Ability to independently go through the sourcing lifecycles, technology and professional services knowledge Key Responsibilities End-to-End Procurement Leadership Lead procurement initiatives through the full procurement lifecycle, from intake through executed agreement. Develop and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies that align with business objectives and risk requirements. Manage supplier selection activities, commercial negotiations, contract negotiations, approvals, and execution activities. Lead multiple procurement initiatives simultaneously while managing competing priorities and timelines. Commercial & Contractual Negotiations Lead negotiations with suppliers to achieve commercially and contractually sound outcomes. Evaluate supplier proposals and provide recommendations to stakeholders and senior management. Balance business objectives, commercial considerations, risk requirements, and contractual obligations. Work closely with Legal and business stakeholders to resolve negotiation issues and drive timely execution. Risk, Governance & Stakeholder Management Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable policies, standards, controls, and governance requirements. Partner with Legal, Third-Party Risk Management, Information Security, Privacy, Compliance, Finance, and other stakeholders as required. Identify and escalate risks, issues, and contractual exceptions appropriately. Build strong relationships with business partners, suppliers, and control functions. Strategic Procurement Support Provide strategic sourcing expertise and market insights to business partners. Support procurement best practices, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Leverage available tools, data, analytics, and market intelligence to support decision-making and negotiations. Contribute to knowledge sharing, coaching, and team development activities. Must-Have Skills 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or contract management 8+ years of experience leading end-to-end procurement transactions from sourcing strategy through contract execution Strong experience negotiating both commercial and contractual terms directly with suppliers Experience partnering with business stakeholders, Legal, and risk and control functions Soft Skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and risk management capabilities Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Nice-to-Have Experience within financial services or another highly regulated industry Professional procurement, supply chain, or contract management certification Experience supporting technology, operations, or enterprise services procurement initiatives Experience working within formal governance and risk management frameworks About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com. US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. AI Statement: By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring. Recruiter Details: Name: Navtej Singh Email: Navtej.singh@ustechsolutionsinc.com Internal ID: #26-27112

What you’ll do

Lead complex procurement initiatives from intake and sourcing strategy through supplier selection, negotiations, approvals, and executed agreements. Manage commercial and contractual outcomes while coordinating with business stakeholders, suppliers, Legal, and risk and control functions to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree, a professional procurement, supply chain, or contract management certification, and at least eight years of progressive procurement, strategic sourcing, or contract management experience. Candidates must have experience leading end-to-end procurement transactions and negotiating commercial and contractual terms, with strong stakeholder, communication, and risk management capabilities.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic Sourcing
• Procurement Management
• Contract Management
• Supplier Negotiations
• Commercial Negotiations
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Supplier Selection
• Governance
• Contract Execution
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Communication
• Technology Procurement
• Professional Services Procurement

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Legal
• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting

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