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Vantage Data Centers · 1 month ago

Manager, Vendor Relationships, Global

Denver, Colorado

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $125K/yr

6+ years exp

Vantage Data Centers is a leading provider of data center solutions, focused on powering and connecting technology for major hyperscalers and enterprises. The Vendor Manager will lead vendor relationship management and financial governance, ensuring compliance and budget alignment while fostering strong collaborations with internal and external partners.

Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTechnical Support

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Develop, run, and maintain strong relationships with vendors, OEMs, and contractors globally

Serve as the primary point of contact regarding vendor efficiency, issue resolution, and customer concern

Schedule and lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with key vendors to assess performance and compliance

Negotiate terms and pricing to optimize cost savings and service quality

Ensure vendors carry out to contractual obligations and service-level agreements (SLAs)

Create, review, and validate vendor contracts and onboarding documentation

Maintain an organized repository of all vendor agreements and legal documents

Supervise compliance with internal policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements

Identify and mitigate risks related to vendor delivery and contractual obligations

Track and report on vendor-related expenditures, including committed vs. actual spend

Provide monthly and quarterly budget updates to leadership and budget owners

Assist with forecasting and financial planning for vendor-related costs

Develop dashboards and reports to provide transparency on vendor spend and budget alignment

Partner with budget owners to ensure adherence to financial targets and identify cost-saving opportunities

Establish and supervise KPIs for vendor performance; report findings to leadership

Analyze vendor performance data to recommend improvements and cost optimization strategies

Collaborate with internal teams to identify vendors that consistently meet or go above and beyond

Drive initiatives to standardize vendor management processes and improve efficiency

Ensure timely execution of projects through close coordination with vendors, procurement, and operations teams

Validate invoices and ensure timely payment processing

Create and manage purchase orders for vendor-related transactions

Support global initiatives by aligning vendor strategies with regional requirements (EMEA, APAC, North America)

Qualification

Vendor managementFinancial reportingBudget managementMS ExcelNegotiation skillsRelationship buildingAnalytical skillsCompliance oversightContract managementData center experienceCommunication skillsProject management