Vendor Relations Manager - Security Equipment

Vendor Relations Manager - Security Equipment

St. Louis, United States | Posted on 06/05/2026

As a Vendor Relations manager you will:

• Serve as the primary contact for vendor relationships and communications
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors aligned with company requirements
• Conduct due diligence on financial stability, operational capability, compliance, and supply risks
• Ensure vendors meet standards for quality, reliability, and system integration
• Maintain structured vendor approval processes, documentation, and controls
• Identify underperforming or redundant vendors and recommend consolidation actions

• Support negotiations of vendor pricing, terms, service levels, and agreements
• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and performance tracking
• Ensure vendor compliance with contractual, legal, and financial requirements
• Partner with leadership on cost, risk, and commercial strategy decisions

• Drive cost‑saving initiatives, including pricing improvements, rebates, and contract optimization
• Analyze vendor spend and identify savings opportunities
• Support negotiations related to cost increases and mitigation strategies
• Align vendor programs with company margin objectives

• Analyze vendor performance, spend, and service metrics
• Establish KPIs and provide regular reporting on vendor health, risks, and improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and audit readiness

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and disruptions (including market fluctuations)
• Resolve vendor quality issues through corrective actions and continuous improvement
• Develop contingency plans to ensure supply continuity

• Support vendor promotions and ensure alignment with sales and marketing strategies
• Manage vendor rebate programs, including tracking, reporting, and collection
• Participate as a key member of the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) team to align supply chain activities with business goals

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• 5–7 years experience in procurement, sourcing, or vendor management
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or retail environments with large vendor networks
• CPSM, CPP, or equivalent certification preferred

• Strong negotiation and relationship management abilities
• Proficiency with ERP systems and reporting tools such as Power BI
• Strong analytical, decision‑making, and supply chain optimization skills
• Detail‑oriented, results‑driven, collaborative, and team‑focused
• Strategic thinker with a proactive problem‑solving approach

If you're a strategic, results‑driven professional ready to make an impact, join the team and help drive strong supplier partnerships, cost optimization, and operational excellence. We encourage you to apply today!