Assistant Vice President, Vendor Management Jobs

Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Vendor Management roles offer senior professionals the opportunity to shape supplier strategy, strengthen third-party relationships, and oversee the performance and risk of key vendors. These leaders are often responsible for aligning vendor programs with business goals, negotiating high-value agreements, and building effective governance across complex organizations. Explore vetted professional opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does an AVP of Vendor Management Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but commonly include developing vendor management strategy, leading sourcing and contract negotiations, monitoring supplier performance, managing third-party risk, and improving procurement processes. AVPs may partner with legal, finance, compliance, technology, and business teams to ensure vendors meet contractual, regulatory, security, and service expectations.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for substantial experience in vendor management, procurement, strategic sourcing, or supplier relationship management. Strong candidates bring leadership and communication skills, commercial and contract expertise, analytical judgment, and the ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders. Experience with vendor governance, risk frameworks, service-level agreements, and enterprise procurement systems can also be valuable.

Industries and Career Opportunities

AVP-level vendor management positions can be found across financial services, healthcare, technology, insurance, telecommunications, and other industries that depend on strategic third-party providers. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on technology vendors, outsourced services, enterprise procurement, or company-wide supplier programs. Search listings to compare responsibilities and find opportunities that match your background and goals.

Find Senior Vendor Management Jobs on Ladders

Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Browse Assistant Vice President, Vendor Management openings and review each listing for its scope, qualifications, and compensation details. Job requirements and salary ranges vary by employer and location.

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$134K - $249K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide third party risk management, ensuring compliance and oversight across healthcare functions. Drive strategic direction, governance, and risk frameworks while...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $173K *

Engage with C-suite executives to drive revenue growth and client satisfaction. Own strategic client relationships, structure technology deals, and execute account plans that expand Fiserv's solutions...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $283K *

Join us to lead strategic client relationships at the C-suite level, driving revenue growth and solution expansion in the financial services sector. Your expertise will shape client satisfaction and r...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $259K *

Inspire a team of underwriting professionals to manage Middle Market Property and Casualty accounts, fostering broker relationships and ensuring compliance while driving profitability and team develop...

Denver, CORemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $145K *

Elevate customer success by managing and expanding a portfolio of complex, multi-entity accounts. Collaborate with finance and IT leaders to drive digital transformation and enhance adoption of paymen...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $104K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing and implementing advanced fraud mitigation strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhance risk management and deliver effective solutions that protect financial insti...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $127K *

Drive strategic technology vendor management initiatives, overseeing acquisitions, governance, and lifecycle management of vendor-provided technology products and services to support high-priority age...

Lacey, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $115K *

Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for IT services, managing supplier relationships and ensuring alignment with business objectives to deliver measurable value across multiple s...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$131K - $171K *

Manage end-to-end product strategy and execution for the SAP portfolio, driving AI initiatives and pricing strategies while collaborating across teams to deliver customer value and technical leadershi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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Indiana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $140K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $218K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$219K - $277K *

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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Minnesota, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your career as a Technical Project Manager, overseeing equipment procurement and supply chains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and negotiate contracts to ensure proj...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing vendor networks and asset supply chains for remote work solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure scalable, compliant, and efficient deployment strategies...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$109K - $149K *

Unlock vendor performance by leading analytics and risk adjustment initiatives across healthcare programs. Drive strategy, manage relationships, and ensure accurate reporting to optimize operational s...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing HEOR team to drive payer engagement and market access strategies, translating complex data into actionable insights that enhance patient access to innovat...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $159K *

Advance your career by developing and standardizing Procurement processes that enhance compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create clear documentation and governance p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $196K *

Transform your career by leading global capital projects and strategic initiatives. Oversee complex portfolios, drive execution, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objecti...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Assistant Vice President of Vendor Management do?question toggle

    An AVP of Vendor Management leads or supports enterprise vendor strategy, supplier relationships, sourcing and contract negotiations, performance oversight, and third-party risk management. The exact scope varies by organization.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for AVP Vendor Management jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek significant experience in vendor management, procurement, strategic sourcing, or supplier relationship management, along with leadership, negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder-management skills. Specific education and credentials vary by role.

  • Which industries hire Assistant Vice Presidents of Vendor Management?question toggle

    Financial services, healthcare, technology, insurance, telecommunications, and other industries that rely on external suppliers may hire AVP-level vendor management professionals.

  • What is the typical salary for an Assistant Vice President of Vendor Management?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on employer, location, industry, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for available salary information.

  • How can I find AVP Vendor Management jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Assistant Vice President, Vendor Management openings, then review listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and salary details.