Senior Director, Vendor Management & Governance Lead

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, Vendor Management & Governance Lead to join the team of a leader in the Food & Beverages space. This senior leadership role will shape and scale the enterprise vendor governance strategy, with a particular focus on technology suppliers and contract oversight. The position will partner closely with IT leadership and other key stakeholders to strengthen supplier performance, financial discipline, and accountability across a complex portfolio. It is also a people leadership role, responsible for building a high-performing team and establishing clear operating expectations that support long-term business outcomes. Location: Atlanta, GA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $202,000 – $229,000 annually Responsibilities Evolve and expand the global IT vendor governance program to maximize vendor performance Build and lead a high-performing team with clear accountabilities and development priorities Establish governance frameworks and policies for vendor selection and performance management Define supplier segmentation models with governance requirements and performance expectations Serve as a strategic advisor on vendor strategy and supplier performance to IT leadership Provide financial governance across the technology supplier portfolio in partnership with key stakeholders Lead the development and implementation of the Contract Lifecycle Management strategy Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field 10+ years of experience in Vendor Management, Supplier Management, or Strategic Sourcing Demonstrated experience designing and implementing global vendor governance programs Strong experience managing large technology supplier portfolios and complex relationships Proven expertise in contract negotiation and financial governance Experience developing vendor KPIs, SLAs, and performance improvement plans Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills Benefits Opportunity to shape vendor management and governance strategy in a recognized organization Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams for impactful influence Access to advanced learning platforms and leadership development programs Dynamic, purpose-driven work environment that values innovation and collaboration Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.