Vendor Manager

ByVerTek LLC•Boca Raton, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

To help us in our mission to professionalize and innovate telecom construction, ByVerTek is now seeking a results-driven Vendor Manager to join our team in a full-time, exempt position located on-site in our Boca Raton, Florida office. This critical role will oversee the procurement, onboarding, and management of subcontractors that support our OSP FTTH (Outside Plant Fiber-to-the-Home) telecom construction operations. From optimizing service quality and cost structures to ensuring seamless service delivery, you’ll play a strategic role in scaling our operations and dynamic growth. If you are looking for an opportunity to exercise your talents in a dynamic and fast-moving organization poised for rapid growth – where performance and initiative are rewarded – we urge you to apply!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required
3+ years of experience in vendor management, subcontractor services, or operations.
3+ years of management experience.
Proven track record in managing service-based vendors and negotiating contracts in the U.S. market.
Proven experience in developing and managing KPIs to track vendor performance.
Strong understanding of telecommunications construction and related operations.
Advanced skills in Excel and data analysis; familiarity with task management, CRM, construction, and/or vendor management systems is a plus.
Excellent communication (both written and verbal), organizational, and decision-making skills.
High attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
Able to work independently and under a demanding, fast-paced work environment.
Must be a team player with a positive demeanor.
Comfortable with frequent phone communication and a variety of verbal discussions and negotiations.
Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook.
The ability to travel occasionally to oversee key vendors and partnerships

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with industry experience.

Responsibilities

Vendor Sourcing & Onboarding:
Identify, assess, and onboard reliable, cost-effective third-party service providers across multiple U.S. worksite locations.
Monitor the existing vendor database to ensure adequate resources to meet current staffing needs.
Recruit potential contractor partners through various methods, including search engines, job boards, referrals, and communication with existing contractors.
Prequalify potential contractor partners through verbal conversations, review of scopes of work, and industry knowledge.
Performance Management & Operations:
Monitor vendor performance to ensure service excellence, cost efficiency, and timeliness.
Conduct reviews, provide feedback, and drive continuous improvement.
Update proprietary systems with any contractor, payout, or schedule changes and communicate them to the assigned subcontractor.
Keep detailed vendor notes on important conversations, challenges, and changes.
Address contractor concerns and complaints.
Work closely with Project Management, Construction, Accounting, and Senior Leadership to align vendor services with business objectives
Strategy & Planning:
Work with leadership to address market opportunities and issues on weekly calls and as needed.
Assist the Accounting Team in obtaining signoffs and invoices from contractors who have late paperwork.
Participate in meetings, including daily construction and/or contractor relations calls.