Manager of Vendor Relations
Core
Strategic development and management of returns, damage, defective programs, and vendor claims to drive operational efficiency and savings in the supply chain.
Role type
Manager of Reverse Logistics & Operations
Builds
Returns programs, salvage contracts, and operational processes for domestic vendors and distribution centers.
Domain
Retail supply chain / Reverse logistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supply chain management, vendor relations, contract negotiation, team leadership, process improvement, data analysis, budget management, stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Reverse logistics experience, contractual negotiations, project management
Technologies
Business Intelligence systems, Reverse Logistics systems
Responsibilities
Develop salvage and returns programs to support supply chain objectives; negotiate salvage opportunities and vendor claims; manage a staff of 3 direct reports and indirectly oversee 100+ associates; drive operational improvements and efficiency in returns operations; establish priorities, goals, and workflows for domestic vendors; travel to distribution centers to support operations and staff.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership