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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate customer support excellence by leading a dynamic team, driving operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance service deli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality management across multiple sites. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as the key liaison for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $140K *

Shape your career by leading complex IT projects, managing vendor workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance Workday Finance and Research Administration systems, ensuring alig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $100K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement automation, AI initiatives, and process improvements while ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead procurement initiatives to optimize purchasing strategies, enhance supplier relationships, and drive operational excellence while managing a dynamic team to meet production goals and ensure quali...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower teams to drive the development and adoption of the Agentic AI Framework, enhancing enterprise collaboration through intelligent software agents. Innovate multi-agent architectures while overse...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise engagement by driving the development and governance of the Agentic AI Framework, enabling scalable intelligent software solutions that align with strategic IT goals and enhance col...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading claims operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency while driving process improvements and team development. Collaborate across functions to meet client com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $280K *

Shape the future of knowledge management! Leverage your SaaS product management expertise to innovate AI-driven solutions while collaborating with diverse teams. Drive roadmaps, understand customer ne...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the optimization of commercial banking operations, ensuring accuracy and quality in loan processing and client reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and resolve discrepanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance member financial resilience by leading product portfolio strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and enhancing member experience through innovative solutions and stakeholder co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $175K *

Shape the future of corporate finance by leading strategic initiatives, guiding investment decisions, and providing data-driven insights to senior leadership in a fast-paced, high-impact environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the IT portfolio governance process, aligning technology investments with business strategy. Drive performance monitoring, risk management, and resource planning to optimize portfoli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $218K *

Explore innovative strategies in the payments space, driving product lifecycle management and analytics to enhance client offerings and business outcomes while leading collaborative efforts with cross...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $218K *

Shape product strategy in the banking payments sector. Analyze trends, develop recommendations, and support product performance enhancements while managing compliance and collaborating across teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $218K *

Innovate product strategy in the payments sector by analyzing trends, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with teams to enhance product performance and launch new offerings, driving impactful sales...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $218K *

Unlock your potential in this dynamic role analyzing product performance, influencing strategy, and driving innovation in banking payments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance offerings...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $218K *

Transform product strategy by analyzing market trends and performance data. Collaborate with teams to launch and enhance payment products, ensuring compliance and driving business growth through strat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading software and hardware asset management practices, ensuring visibility, compliance, and cost efficiency across the technology landscape to drive continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $141K *

Shape the future of IT procurement by leading strategic sourcing and vendor management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize technology spend, enhance supplier relationships...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $94K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing ROI operations by managing daily scheduling and ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead a group of specialists, enhance productivity, and foster a positiv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $207K *

Partner with us to enhance treasury controllership for digital assets, driving accurate accounting and reporting. Collaborate across functions to support complex transactions and strengthen internal c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $207K *

Transform your career by providing expert accounting support for treasury initiatives, focusing on digital assets and complex transactions. Collaborate across teams to enhance governance, reporting, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead procurement initiatives by managing a dedicated team, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with sourcing and financial requirements. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.