Vendor Manager

At T‑Mobile, the Vendor Manager role leads and supports supplier‑relationship‑management initiatives for our Credit, Fraud, Payments, and Collections operations.

• Manages and optimizes relationships with key vendors to ensure efficient and cost‑effective procurement of goods and services.
• Monitors vendor performance, enforces contract terms, and analyzes vendor costs to achieve cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to implement strategic planning and best practices in vendor and supplier relationship management and risk management.
• Prepares and presents reports on vendor performance, cost savings, and other key metrics to leadership.
• Acts as a liaison between internal teams—such as Credit Strategy, Fraud Operations, Compliance, Technology, and Legal—and external partners to ensure seamless solution integration and timely delivery of capabilities.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field, plus 3 years of related work experience; or an advanced degree with 1 year of related work experience; or a combination of education and experience deemed equivalent. (Required)
• Master’s/Advanced Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. (Preferred)
• 2–4 years implementing strategic planning and best practices in procurement and risk management. (Required)
• 4–7 years managing and optimizing relationships with vendors in a corporate setting. (Required)
• 4–7 years analyzing vendor costs and managing budgets to achieve cost savings and efficiency improvements. (Required)

• Vendor Management – Expertise in managing and optimizing vendor relationships to ensure efficient procurement and contract compliance. (Required)
• Strategic Planning – Ability to develop and implement strategic plans that align with organizational goals and optimize vendor relationships. (Required)
• Negotiation – Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and manage costs effectively in vendor contracts. (Required)
• Analytics – Proficiency in analyzing vendor performance metrics and cost data to identify improvement opportunities. (Required)
• Risk Management – Capability to assess and mitigate risks associated with vendor relationships and procurement processes. (Required)
• Reporting & Analysis – Ability to prepare detailed reports on vendor performance, cost savings, and other key metrics for leadership review. (Required)
• Microsoft Excel – Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling related to vendor management. (Required)
• Communication – Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and vendors. (Required)
• Problem Solving – Strong problem‑solving abilities to address and resolve issues that arise in vendor management and procurement processes. (Required)
• Leadership – Leadership skills to guide and influence internal teams and manage relationships with strategic vendors. (Preferred)

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) from APICS. (Preferred)
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) from APICS. (Preferred)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute. (Preferred)

Travel Required:

No

DOT Regulated Position:
No

Safety Sensitive Position:
No

Base Pay Range: $82,200 – $148,200

Corporate Bonus Target: 15%

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock grants and stock purchase plan
• Paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays
• Paid parental and family leave
• Family building benefits and childcare subsidy
• Tuition assistance and college coaching
• Short‑ and long‑term disability, voluntary accident and life insurance, voluntary AD&D and long‑term care insurance
• Mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and commuter & transit programs

T‑Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.

Individuals with a disability who need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process should contact Applic or call 1‑844‑873‑9500.