Job Summary The Associate Vendor Relations Manager, with intermediate experience in Vendor Relations or sourcing, will manage and optimize relationships with a select portfolio of vendors. Operating under general supervision, this role requires an individual who is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of overseeing vendor performance, negotiating contracts, and ensuring alignment with the companys strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will exhibit excellent communication skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to build and sustain effective vendor relationships. Job Description MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Vendor Management: Build and maintain effective vendor relationships with clear, consistent communication. Contract Negotiation: Under the direction of Vendor Relations management, participate in discussions to negotiate the terms and conditions of contracts, aiming for beneficial outcomes for the company. Performance Monitoring: Assess vendor performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure adherence to contract terms and quality standards. Issue Resolution: Respond to and resolve issues or disputes that arise between the company and its vendors in a timely and professional manner, ensuring that communication remains clear and effective. Cost Analysis: Perform a comprehensive cost analysis and market research to identify opportunities for potential cost savings and efficiency improvements, including vendor programs, rationalization efforts, and contractual agreements. Reporting: Generate periodic reports on vendor performance and contract adherence for management evaluation. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal departments, including Sourcing, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain, to ensure vendor strategies are aligned with overall business objectives. Continuous Improvement: Actively seek opportunities to enhance vendor management processes and practices. Business Reviews: Participate in business reviews with vendors, healthcare industry professionals, and trade show events, providing support in developing presentations as required. Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $73,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicants location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. Were dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here. Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Through our culture of belonging, our agile and resilient global team is determined to get our customers exactly what they need, at the right time, every time. If youre a self-starter, eager to grow your career within a high-performing environment, this is the place for you. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. To learn more about how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit www.medline.com.
