Vendor Partnership Specialist

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeStrategic Full time $180,000
Role Overview

This role is a strategic liaison between internal stakeholders and our external vendors, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering value.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the vendor framework to ensure seamless communication and reporting between vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Align vendor services with strategic goals, acting as a trusted advisor and advocate for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with business units to prioritise and communicate strategic requirements to vendors.
  • Drive performance measurement, innovation and continuous improvement across vendor relationships.
  • Stay informed on vendor roadmaps and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Manage vendor risk in partnership with the Risk Manager and ensure compliance with policies.
  • Support strategic outsourcing and operational planning aligned with the broader strategy.
  • Maintain up-to-date contract documentation and facilitate necessary approvals.

As a relationship builder, strategic thinker and confident communicator, you will bring 5+ years of experience managing strategic vendor partnerships in IT or financial services, strong understanding of the vendor lifecycle and contract management, proven ability to align vendor capabilities with business needs and drive mutual success, experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and regulatory frameworks, CIPS certification (preferred) and a strong network within the vendor management community.

About You
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proven track record of achieving results through effective project management.
  • Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.

Having a diverse range of perspectives and abilities is crucial for delivering great outcomes. We invite candidates from various backgrounds to apply.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for people, resource augmentation, employer branding and diversity, with a strong understanding of the vendor lifecycle and contract management.

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