Vendor Relations Manager

Modigent - Procurement Vendor Relations Manager

About the Role: As the Vendor Relations Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing our vendor relationships. You will be responsible for overseeing the vendor onboarding process, maintaining the vendor master database, and liaising with the accounts payable team to ensure accurate statement reconciliations and a smooth transaction process. Your ability to build strong vendor partnerships and ensure compliance will be key to our success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end vendor onboarding process, including documentation, compliance checks, and system setup.
• Ensure new vendors are integrated smoothly into the company's procurement system.
• Maintain and update the vendor master database, ensuring accuracy and completeness of vendor information, and rationalizing duplicate vendors.
• Regularly review and audit vendor records to ensure compliance with company standards and continuing needs.
• Work closely with Modigent's National vendors as well as Modigent OpCo's to resolve discrepancies.
• Champion Modigent's standard pay terms and preferred payment methods.
• Collaborate closely with the accounts payable team to reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Address and resolve any issues related to vendor payments and account reconciliations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure mutual satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
• Act as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and issues.
• Ensure all vendor activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with vendor relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes by identifying opportunities for enhanced efficiency, stronger stakeholder collaboration, and compliance with best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in vendor management, procurement, or accounts payable.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in vendor management software and ERP systems.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to thrive in a demanding environment individually and within a team.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and best practices.

Pay Range: $110,000 - $135,000 per year