Localisation Vendor Manager
Remote working an option
Role:
The duties and responsibilities of the Vendor Manager involve all standard aspects of managing the Company’s language and production partners.
Main Duties Responsibilities:
Support
Ø Work closely with Project Managers and Project Leaders in dealing with any vendor issues
Ø Support Tools and Process team and Project Managers in prioritising and implementing new processes and/or products to vendor partners, in order to increase efficiencies. Follow up on resulting impact and report on performance.
Ø Maintain current partnerships including hosting and chairing partners onsite visits
Ø Maintain vendor database (contact information, key notes etc)
Ø Work with Business Development Managers on new opportunities
Supply and Quality Management
Ø Evaluate project scope and make vendor recommendations accordingly.
Ø Identifying and qualifying suitable language and production partners following VistaTEC predefined selection procedures.
Ø Manage and maintain assessments for potential vendors
Ø Manage vendor quality system, including running and distributing quarterly reports
Ø Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities to drive increased service, quality and productivity
Ø Ensure sufficient resources are available based on prospective work
Financial
Ø Negotiate competitive rates and identify opportunities for strategic pricing models
Ø Purchase effectively from both companies and individuals (translators)
Ø Monthly Financial reporting of spend and profitability
Requirements:
Ø Thorough knowledge of the localisation industry
Ø Previous purchasing/vendor management experience desirable
Ø Strong financial management experience and excellent negotiation skills
Ø Good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Ø Problem Solver
Ø Customer focused
Ø A second language would be beneficial but not essential