Job Description
Our client is a startup offering a cutting-edge SaaS platform. They aim to revolutionize how organizations worldwide handle equipment procurement. Integrating logistics, service, advice, and financial handling into a single platform.
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Vendor Operations Specialist to join our clients team in Nicosia, Cyprus. The ideal candidate will be crucial in managing and optimizing vendor relationships to ensure seamless operations and drive business success. This role involves coordinating vendor activities, monitoring performance, and implementing process improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
Vendor Management:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors for timely, high-quality service delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define vendor requirements and expectations.
- Evaluate vendor performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
Contract Negotiation and Compliance:
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors, ensuring favorable terms.
- Monitor vendor compliance with contractual obligations and address deviations.
Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization within vendor operations.
- Implement and document best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Communication and Reporting:
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve issues and drive collaboration.
- Prepare and deliver regular reports on vendor performance and key metrics.
Risk Management:
- Identify and mitigate risks in vendor relationships, focusing on regulatory compliance and business continuity.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in vendor management or related roles.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical mindset for solving complex problems.
- Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
- Fluency in English.
What Can You Expect?
- A motivated, ambitious, and diverse international team.
- A hybrid work model, combining remote work with occasional in-office meetings.
- Personalized home office setup to support your productivity.
- A focus on personal development and continuous learning.
- Massive career opportunities to gain early management or specialist experience and make a significant impact within the organization.
If you're ready to participate in the next revolution in procurement and logistics, we would love to hear from you!
