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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$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by managing program operations, supervising staff, and enhancing patient experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and ensure client sa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Manage and optimize IT procurement and asset strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals. Lead sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and supplier performance to enhance operational effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K *

Elevate product development by managing the lifecycle from concept to deployment, ensuring alignment between stakeholders and the software team while driving agile practices and delivering scalable fe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K *

Lead product vision and agile processes, ensuring alignment between stakeholders and development teams to deliver innovative data solutions for risk management and fleet sectors...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K *

Shape product vision and drive agile processes as you lead cross-functional teams, manage backlogs, and deliver innovative solutions in data and risk management for the fleet and insurance sectors...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K *

Lead the charge in driving product vision and agile project management, ensuring alignment between software development and business goals. Own the product lifecycle, from concept to deployment, for i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $163K *

Shape the future of provider agreements by managing negotiations, ensuring compliance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Lead a team to enhance operational efficiency and maintain member a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the future of patient experience by driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence in a high-volume healthcare contact center. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$91K - $145K *

Champion third-party risk management by assessing supplier risks, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing processes. Drive improvements in frameworks and tools to ensure compliance and operatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $125K *

Collaborate with clients to manage ETF portfolios, execute trades, and enhance investment strategies while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across diverse asset classes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing small to mid-size projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and stakeholder communication while adhering to project management methodologies and fostering collabora...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$199K - $275K *

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  •   Less than 5 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.