Vendor Development Manager
Amman, Jordan
Full timeOn-site
Job description
Role Overview
As a Vendor Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving optimal value from the organization’s suppliers and strategic partners. As part of our team in Jordan - Amman, you'll work in an ONSITE environment overseeing the full vendor lifecycle, developing governance policies, and ensuring vendors deliver against agreed SLAs and KPIs. This position is ideal for a commercially savvy professional with advanced analytical abilities, a strategic approach to vendor relationships, and proficiency in both English and Arabic.
Responsibilities
- Establish and continuously improve vendor governance policies to maximize the value and efficiency of vendor spend.
- Lead commercial negotiations, contract management, and implementation of SLA/KPI frameworks.
- Develop, implement, and maintain dashboards and performance reports using advanced Excel techniques and Power BI or equivalent tools.
- Analyze vendor performance data to drive effective decision-making and present findings to senior leadership.
- Manage cross-functional stakeholders and lead teams responsible for vendor engagement and compliance.
- Ensure contractual and commercial models meet the company’s objectives and adhere to best practices.
- Identify and act on opportunities for process optimization and cost-saving initiatives in sourcing and procurement.
- Hold vendors accountable to high performance standards, challenging them when necessary to achieve better outcomes.
Must have requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, in vendor management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or contract management.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, Power Query, advanced formulas) and hands-on experience developing dashboards in Power BI or equivalent.
- Demonstrated knowledge of data modeling is an advantage.
- Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
- Fluency in both English and Arabic.
- Strong understanding of contract structures, commercial models, and SLA methodologies.
Nice to have requirements
- Strong commercial acumen and expert negotiation skills.
- Highly analytical mindset, with the ability to distill and present complex data clearly and concisely.
- Exceptional stakeholder management ability; proven strength in challenging vendors and ensuring accountability.
- Proactive, results-oriented personality with a passion for continuous improvement.
- Relevant certification in procurement or data analytics (such as CIPS, CPSM, Power BI Data Analyst) is considered an advantage.
Perks and Benefits
- Continuous professional development and the chance to advance your procurement, vendor management, and analytics expertise.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment with cross-functional team exposure.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Be part of a culture that recognizes and rewards initiative and impact.