Manager, Vendor Management (2 Years Contract)

To support the Certis Technology (Singapore) team with vendor sourcing and management.ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain strong relationships through regular meetings and vendor visits.Stay updated on vendor roadmaps, demos, and new solutions.Identify new vendors through events, referrals, and industry research.Propose solutions during tenders for presales evaluation.Mediate disputes between vendors and stakeholders.Facilitate tri-party meetings, identify gaps, and propose solutions.Escalate or terminate relationships if unresolved.Monitor vendor quality, compliance, risk, and cost.Provide feedback and drive corrective actions where necessary.Phase 1 – Vendor Identification : Gather requirements with presales and shortlist vendors.Phase 2 – Proposal Evaluation : Assess vendor bids on cost, compliance, and quality.Phase 3 – Agreement Drafting : Negotiate and finalize teaming agreements for tender submissions.Phase 4 – Price Negotiation : Secure competitive pricing and manage bid-related documentation.Phase 5 – Proof of Concept : Coordinate vendor POCs and technical validation post-tender.Project Support : Assist project teams with project management, business analysis, and software testing (UAT, SAT).

Experiences & SkillsetsAround 3-4 years of experience in stakeholder / vendor sourcing, evaluation & management, with prior experience in supporting bid management.Candidates who have experience with managing equipment vendors and in the IT / Security Surveillance industry are strongly preferred.Diploma / Degree in Business, Communications, Engineering or related fields.

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