Vendor Management Associate
About Us
Our leading SaaS-based Global Employment Platform™ enables clients to expand into over 180 countries quickly and efficiently, without the complexities of establishing local entities. At G-P, we’re dedicated to breaking down barriers to global business and creating opportunities for everyone, everywhere.
Our diverse, remote-first teams are essential to our success. We empower our Dream Team members with flexibility and resources, fostering an environment where innovation thrives and every contribution is valued and celebrated.
The work you do here will positively impact lives around the world. We stand by our promise: Opportunity Made Possible. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, we invite you to join us in expanding your skills and helping to reshape the future of work.
At G-P, we assist organizations in building exceptional global teams in days, not months—streamlining the hiring, onboarding, and management process to unlock growth potential for all.
About the position:
We are seeking a Vendor Management Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the management of G-P’s relationships, processes, reporting and issue resolution for In Country Providers (“ICPs”).
Reporting to the Senior Manager-Provider Management, this role will be paramount to customer and professional satisfaction and therefore requires working closely with internal stakeholders across various departments
This position is ideal for a proactive and skilled communicator who thrives on solving complex problems, managing expectations, and optimizing value.
Key Responsibilities
- Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key vendors.
- Assist in pricing discussions by gathering and compiling data to support Snr Mgr in securing favorable terms.
- Support the monitoring of vendor performance by collecting data and helping to prepare reports on key metrics and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Help prepare and organize regular feedback for vendors, supporting senior team members in collaborative improvement plan discussions.
- Assist in the development of the vendor network by conducting research and analysis on potential new partners or consolidation opportunities, reporting findings to the Senior Manager.
- Assist in maintaining effective relationships with the key stakeholders across G-P, and ensure efficient communication of provider related updates.
- Strive to become over time a subject matter expert for ICP related matters
- Provide support on analysis, reports, presentations as required by the business including but not limited to internal facing resources, master schedules, tickets.
- Serve as a point of contact for vendor-related queries, resolving issues promptly and professionally and escalating to Snr Mgr as required.
Requirements
- Education - Degree in Business. Management, Finance or relevant experience
- 5+ years of proven experience in vendor management or a similar role focused on building relationships
- Experience working across multiple regions and cultures is advantageous
- Strong financial acumen, negotiation, analytical and conflict resolution skills.
- Highly motivated, with exceptional organizational, communication and presentation skills
- Meticulous and quick learner with a “can do” attitude
- A positive and solutions focused mindset is necessary for this position.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Jira - Kanban, WorkDay
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012, the Private Security Services Act 2004, and the Criminal Justice (Spent Convictions and Certain Disclosures) Act 2016.
G-P. Global Made Possible.
G-P is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
G-P also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for these positions. If you need an accommodation due to a disability during the interview process, please contact us at careers@g-p.com.
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