Manager, Sourcing and Vendor Management

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Manager, Sourcing and Vendor Management in the United States.

This role sits at the intersection of procurement, compliance, and strategic supplier management, with responsibility for shaping how external vendors are selected, managed, and optimized across the organization. You will oversee the full vendor lifecycle, from sourcing and onboarding through performance monitoring and contract governance. The position plays a key role in ensuring suppliers meet cost, quality, compliance, and sustainability expectations while supporting broader business objectives. You will collaborate closely with legal, compliance, and operational teams to structure agreements and mitigate risk. A strong focus on ESG and responsible sourcing adds an additional layer of impact, particularly in reporting and sustainability alignment. This is a highly cross-functional role where analytical thinking, negotiation expertise, and structured vendor governance directly influence operational efficiency and long-term value creation.

Accountabilities

In this role, you will manage the end-to-end vendor ecosystem, ensuring suppliers are effectively sourced, evaluated, contracted, and monitored in alignment with business, compliance, and sustainability goals. You will act as a central point of coordination between internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Lead vendor sourcing and selection, including research, evaluation, and onboarding of new suppliers
• Support and collaborate on contract negotiations, including pricing, SLAs, and terms of service in partnership with legal teams
• Develop and maintain supplier qualification frameworks, including documentation and onboarding standards
• Monitor vendor performance through KPIs related to quality, cost, compliance, and delivery efficiency
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews, issue resolution, and dispute management
• Identify cost optimization opportunities through spend analysis and procurement strategy refinement
• Oversee supplier risk management, including contingency planning and compliance monitoring
• Lead ESG data collection and reporting, including sustainability metrics and Scope 3 emissions tracking
• Support quality teams in investigating vendor non-conformance issues and remediation efforts
• Contribute to corporate sustainability initiatives, including ESG frameworks and reporting standards
• Develop customized vendor performance and sourcing reports for leadership and stakeholder presentations

Requirements

This role requires a strong foundation in procurement and vendor management, combined with analytical capability and experience managing supplier relationships in a structured and compliance-driven environment. You should be comfortable balancing operational execution with strategic sourcing decisions.

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, vendor management, or purchasing roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Solid understanding of contract structures, supplier risk management, and compliance considerations
• Experience using Excel, PowerPoint, and procurement or spend analysis tools
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISO 20400) is a strong plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and procurement projects with strong time management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret spend data and vendor performance metrics
• Experience in clinical research or regulated industries is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to operate within compliance-focused environments

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience
• HSA and 401(k) contributions
• Health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision where applicable)
• Opportunities to contribute to sustainability and ESG initiatives
• Professional development and training programs
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
• Exposure to strategic sourcing and vendor transformation initiatives
• Equal opportunity workplace culture

How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1