Job Title:Procurement Analyst (Vendor Management Specialist)
Client:DoorDash
Location:Remote
Overview:
Vendor Management Specialist, People Technology - Remote
About the Team
• DoorDash is looking for a Vendor Management Specialist to join our People Technology Team.
• Our People Technology team is responsible for our SaaS-based people technology tools, supporting, configuring and developing tools such as Workday and Greenhouse within our people technology stack.
• We are looking for the right person to help with our People Technology tool vendor management, working to improve, optimize, maintain, and expand our People Team tooling needs.
About the Role
• You will be a key contributor to the People Technology Team and will be responsible for managing and optimizing relationships with key technology tooling vendors to ensure the best possible service and cost efficiency.
• This role involves evaluating vendor performance, optimizing tool usage, running tool evaluations through RfIs / RfPs, negotiating contracts and managing long term tool budgeting and related POs.
• The Vendor Management Specialist will work closely with various People teams to understand their needs and to facilitate effective vendor relationships.
You're excited about this opportunity because you will...
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all vendor-related issues and communications.
• Facilitate regular meetings and communication with vendors to ensure alignment, vendor performance and address any concerns.
• Monitor contract expiration dates and coordinate renewals or terminations as necessary.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and assessments of vendors.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Manage and track vendor-related expenses and budgets.
• Work closely with internal teams to understand their vendor needs and requirements.
• Facilitate communication with internal partners and third-party vendors as needed to complete successful payment workflow.
• Maintain People Technology stakeholder database and payment request tracking systems accordingly.
We're excited about you because...
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in vendor management, procurement, or a related role.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in vendor management software and tools.
• You have experience in using various productivity programs, (Microsoft Office, Google G-sheets, docs and slides).
• You have strong attention to detail and analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• You're an independently motivated person with a proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work independently.