Vendor Business Manager I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Montana, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee and forecast incremental funding proposals at the vendor level while ensuring monthly revenues, net gross margin percentages, and gross margin dollars are met or exceeded.

• Leverage financial data to offer strategic insights aimed at improving profitability and operational efficiency.

• Foster and maintain high-level vendor relationships, serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring open communication channels.

• Develop, monitor, and recommend strategic and tactical plans for the vendor and TD SYNNEX business relationship.

• Identify and promote new vendor opportunities, focusing on the creation of new services that integrate unique vendor resources with TD SYNNEX capabilities to deliver a distinct value proposition.

• Advise procurement and supply chain teams on effective inventory management strategies.

• Act as the main operational escalation point for vendor lines, proactively identifying and addressing operational challenges and bottlenecks.

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on the assigned vendor’s technology and programs.

• Regularly meet with executives to discuss product trends, performance, profitability, and the outcomes of product line promotions.

• Communicate vendor strategies, manage rebate programs, develop initiatives to support business unit directions, and collaborate with Marketing to drive demand.

• Negotiate large-scale contracts while managing key vendor relationships at an executive level to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

• Conduct quarterly vendor business reviews and engage in marketing events.

• Provide sales support and actively collaborate with sales team executives to uncover new opportunities.

• Deliver top-tier product knowledge, insights, and sales support to facilitate successful sales initiatives.

• Mentor and train lower-level roles or assist in the onboarding of new hires.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.

• Competent in using standard office equipment.

• Basic skills in data entry, mathematics, and problem-solving.

• Strong proficiency in communication skills in English and other pertinent languages, including the ability to deliver formal presentations.

• Effectively engages with senior management and possesses strong negotiation skills.

• Demonstrates leadership qualities, initiative, and assertiveness.

• Exhibits excellent organizational and time management skills and is adaptable to change.

• Upholds social, ethical, and organizational standards while maintaining confidentiality.

• Self-driven, able to work independently while also collaborating effectively.

• Comfortable with extended phone use and both stationary and active work environments.

• Quick learner, capable of adapting to new systems and technology, and proficient in advanced computer systems and applications.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional non-standard shifts or overtime in a remote or work-from-home setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are customized to your country to best suit your lifestyle.

• Grow Your Career: Fast-track your success with formal programs focused on leadership and professional development, along with numerous on-demand courses.

• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Enhance your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: This is more than just a phrase; we believe valuing every voice is key to our success.

• Connect with Your Community: Join internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.