Associate, Vendor Performance (Hybrid Role)

About the role

The Vendor Performance Associate position supports all aspects related to Supplier Management cost and service levels and minimizes risks and deviations over contract commitments. This role is part of the hybrid team, combining onsite and virtual work.

Responsibilities

• Execute process and project mandates from VP Supplier Relationship Management, including providing updates and tracking of progress, managing risks, and delivering results
• Contribute to the development of strategic initiatives, during the analysis, piloting, and implementation stages
• Collaborate to resolve issues generated by suppliers or to support suppliers
• Support Supply Chain and Logistics in supplier negotiations
• Provide planning, analytical, and monitoring capabilities across the different stages
• Apply and execute different Supplier Relationship Management frameworks, based on business needs, including contract conditions fulfillment, KPI measurement and evaluation, risk management, supplier negotiation analytics, etc.
• Develop effective communication materials to communicate results to leadership and align stakeholders from different functions on opportunities, risks, and necessary strategic actions
• Lead communication efforts with the field or internal / external stakeholders on Supplier management
• Support sustainment of strategic relationships with select suppliers
• Assess rewards and penalties for suppliers based on contract performance and other conditions
• Support execution of benchmarks to enhance US Foods Supplier Management capabilities

Qualifications

• Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field; Master’s degree or MBA is a plus
• Related Experience/Requirements: 5+ years of work experience in consulting and/or strategy function
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Proven record leading strategic / analytical projects; demonstrated ability to execute complex, cross-functional projects; continuous improvement mindset; strong aptitude for making data-based decisions and developing novel ways to utilize data; exceptional written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects - prioritization, planning and task delegation

Benefits

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