Leads complex sourcing engagements, including supplier identification, evaluation, selection, and negotiations.
Conducts supply market analysis and leverages industry trends to inform category strategies and sourcing decisions.
Partners with business stakeholders, legal, and risk to execute sourcing initiatives and resolve escalations.
Negotiates and interprets contract terms, ensuring risk mitigation and clear communication of obligations.
Ensures adherence to sourcing governance, policies, and procedures; educates stakeholders on sourcing best practices.
Maintains sourcing and contract data in enterprise systems to support reporting and transparency.
Vendor Management (Secondary Focus - ~25%)
Manages relationships with key vendors, serving as a primary point of contact for performance and issue resolution.
Monitors vendor performance against contractual commitments and service expectations; recommends improvements as needed.
Performs vendor analysis, pricing evaluations, and invoice reviews to ensure value realization and contract compliance.
Supports development and execution of RFPs, including proposal evaluation and vendor selection.
Resolves vendor-related issues and contributes to continuous improvement of vendor management practices.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred.
Demonstrated experience in: Strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations
Contract development and risk management
Supplier and market analysis
Vendor performance management
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective negotiation and contract management capabilities
Ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Understanding of procurement governance, risk, and compliance frameworks
Competencies
Strategic Thinking
Business Acumen
Relationship Management
Decision Making
Risk Awareness
Additional Information
Experience in HR, Benefits, Talent, or IT categories preferred
Experience working in a complex, matrixed organization
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Additional Information
Enterprise Supply Management is your strategic partner for all your supplier needs. You can count on us to bring you a seamless purchasing experience from start to finish and to deliver scalable value across Vanguard.
Vanguard · Malvern, PA