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Bio-Rad Laboratories · 1 week ago

Vendor Management Specialist

Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. The Vendor Management Specialist will lead the Vendor Management Office, managing the entire vendor lifecycle from requirements gathering to contract execution and performance monitoring.

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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

Vendor managementStrategic sourcingContract managementNegotiation skillsProject managementStakeholder engagementVendor management toolsCross-functional collaborationCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilities

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

Bio-Rad Laboratories

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Bio-Rad Laboratories has played a leading role in the advancement of scientific discovery for over 50 years by providing a broad range of

H1B Sponsorship

Bio-Rad Laboratories has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (37)
2024 (40)
2023 (41)
2022 (56)
2021 (45)
2020 (34)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.4B
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2022-03-02Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
1980-03-01IPO

Leadership Team

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Christine A. Tsingos
EVP & CFO
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Jonathan Divincenzo
President and Chief Operating Officer
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