Vendor Management Lead

A privately held trading firm that is involved in commodities and global energy markets with over 600 employees is looking to hire a Vendor Management Lead.

Responsibilities

Contract Intake & Lifecycle Management

• Serve as a primary point of contact for contract intake within the assigned portfolio, gathering business requirements, confirming stakeholders, and identifying priorities, deadlines, and required approvals.

Commercial & Vendor Management

• Manage vendor relationships and lead routine renewal and commercial discussions within agreed parameters.

• Evaluate pricing proposals, licensing structures, service commitments, renewal terms, and purchasing options.

Contracting & Purchasing Coordination

• Partner with Legal and relevant business and control functions to coordinate contract review, resolve outstanding matters, and progress agreements through approval and execution.

Portfolio Visibility & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate vendor, contract, subscription, and entitlement information in applicable systems.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in vendor management, sourcing, procurement, market data management, or a related commercial operations role.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a vendor portfolio, coordinate contract workflows, and deliver renewals and other commitments on time.

• Experience leading vendor discussions and negotiations, evaluating commercial proposals, and identifying cost or service improvements.