Gruve · 1 week ago
Vendor Management Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
10+ years expGruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to lead their Vendor Management Office, responsible for managing the entire vendor lifecycle and ensuring service delivery excellence.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSoftware
Responsibilities
Manage the contract lifecycle (requirement management, vendor management, Contract execution and compliance, OTC, PO)
Establish and maintain a comprehensive vendor performance framework to ensure service delivery excellence and align with organizational objectives
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, acting as the primary point of contact to resolve issues and ensure continuous improvement
Lead & host management forums for quarterly business reviews
Highly skilled in negotiation, securing favorable terms and conditions with vendors, ensuring efficiency targets were met and cost-saving objectives achieved
Lead the RFP and RFI processes to identify and select strategic vendors, ensuring that all solutions met operational and business requirements
Lead the negotiation of contract terms with vendors, ensuring they meet the company’s operational requirements and performance standards
Collaborated with key stakeholders across the organization to gather and align strategy requirements with overall business needs, ensuring seamless execution of procurement plans
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, focus on cost efficiency, process optimization, and innovative solutions to meet business needs
Ensure vendors are aligned with company policies and procedures and service delivery is always as per contractual agreement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field
10+ years of experience in vendor management, strategic sourcing, or contract management
Preferred
Proven experience in negotiating and managing complex vendor contracts and relationships
Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Exceptional communication, presentation, and problem-solving abilities
Familiarity with vendor management tools is a plus
Company
Gruve
Gruve is a startup focused on transforming AI strategies into tangible outcomes for enterprises.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$37.5MKey Investors
Mayfield Fund
2025-04-30Series A· $20M
2025-04-30Seed· $17.5M
Recent News
2025-05-23
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