Vendor Relationship Manager - Print Industry in Illinois

Position Overview: The Vendor Relationship Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing relationships with key vendors and suppliers. This role ensures that the company’s procurement processes are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the organization’s strategic goals. The Vendor Relationship Manager will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, negotiate contracts, monitor vendor performance, and foster long-term partnerships that deliver value.

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Management and Contracts: 50%

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, ensuring alignment with the company’s objectives and requirements.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and service levels with vendors to secure favorable agreements that support the company’s goals.
• Regularly assess vendor performance against agreed-upon metrics, addressing any issues...

Position Overview: The Vendor Relationship Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing relationships with key vendors and suppliers. This role ensures that the company’s procurement processes are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the organization’s strategic goals. The Vendor Relationship Manager will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, negotiate contracts, monitor vendor performance, and foster long-term partnerships that deliver value.

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Management and Contracts: 50%

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, ensuring alignment with the company’s objectives and requirements.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and service levels with vendors to secure favorable agreements that support the company’s goals.
• Regularly assess vendor performance against agreed-upon metrics, addressing any issues...