Director, Vendor Management

Aptiv-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Director
Troy, MI
5,001-10,000 employees
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The Director of Vendor Management is a strategic thinker with a proven ability to develop and implement effective vendor management strategies that align with business objectives. A seasoned professional that is adept at negotiating favorable terms. You will possess strong analytical skills for assessing vendor performance through data-driven metrics, coupled with an exceptional ability to communicate and build lasting relationships. Key success criteria require a detail-oriented leader with comprehensive expertise in conducting performance reviews and will excel in leading conflict resolution to efficiently manage any anomalies should they arise.

  • Responsible for implementing governance process frameworks for the management of the Vendor partners.
  • Vendor Management Portfolio ownership.
  • Responsible for developing and directing the relationships with Strategic (high-spend, high-value, and high-dependence) IT Vendor partners.
  • Act as the point of contact for escalation and arbitration for relationship issues and if all other avenues of supplier management fail, operational problems.
  • Consult with the Supply Chain Management team to drive partner selection, contract negotiation and overall partner management activities.
  • Monitor the performance of the partners (Monthly, Quarterly and Annual review) and drive continuous improvement of these performance metrics.
  • Lead the delivery of focused programs ensuring the delivery of contractual commitments.
  • Consult with Global Supply Management for all contract-related financial management and tender activities, to include developing and negotiating contract terms, conditions, modifications, penalties and incentives.
  • Prepare reports and presentations on vendor performance for the Executive and Senior Leadership stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments.
  • Oversee vendor onboarding to ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analysis to assess vendor partnership viability.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement effective vendor management strategies.
  • Strong analytical skills for assessing vendor performance through data-driven metrics.
  • Exceptional communication skills to build lasting relationships.
  • Detail-oriented with comprehensive expertise in conducting performance reviews.
  • Experience in leading conflict resolution.
  • Private health care effective day 1 of employment.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave).
  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
  • Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers.
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence.
  • Opportunities to give back to the community.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
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