The candidate will be welcomed within the Vendor Management unit, a transversal area within Telefónica Global Solutions responsible for managing end-to-end relationships with partners and providers. This includes economic and strategic discussions, as well as operational support for various areas and business units.
Mission
As a Vendor Manager, you will be responsible and accountable for developing strategies, managing engagement, overseeing the cost of sale budget, and achieving economic targets for the vendors under your responsibility. You will manage vendors from regions such as APAC and Eastern Europe, based in Madrid.
Accountabilities / Responsibilities
1. Build and maintain relationships with assigned vendors.
2. Own the cost of sale budget and control efficiencies.
3. Develop and execute efficiency plans.
4. Engage in transversal activities for key customers in your region, including developing new products with vendors, exploring new business opportunities, and quality assurance.
5. Support other areas within Telefónica Global Solutions in vendor communication to ensure smooth operations for our customers.
6. Create and maintain comprehensive action plans (strategic, economic, operational) for each vendor.
7. Assist the Vendor Strategy & Agreements Unit in negotiating existing vendor agreements and onboarding new vendors.
8. Monitor business evolution, including new demands and cancellations.
9. Contribute to the evolution of processes and tools.
Core Competencies
* Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills: articulate, confident, capable of building relationships, and communicating across diverse cultures and countries.
* Good decision-making skills, goal-oriented, flexible, proactive, positive attitude.
* Budget management expertise.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills, confident in presentations.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Qualifications, Training & Experience
* University degree in Engineering, Telecoms, or related fields.
* Approximately 6 years of experience in telecommunications or vendor management.
* Fluent in Spanish and English, both spoken and written; knowledge of Chinese is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of the global telecommunications industry.
* Availability to travel.
* Data analysis skills are beneficial.
What We Offer
* An engaging international work environment with diverse cultures within Telefónica and beyond.
* Unique training programs with platforms for skill development.
* Versatile career growth opportunities.
* A dynamic and stimulating work environment.
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