Vendor Manager - 9 month FTC

Vendor Manager - Technology (9-Month FTC, Maternity Cover)

Salary: -45,000 - -50,000 plus a generous benefits package

Location: Flexible (Need to be happy to travel UK wide)

We are seeking an experienced Vendor Manager to join a busy and supportive team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong vendor and partner management skills to make an immediate impact.

The Role:

• Take ownership of 4-5 key technology vendors, driving revenue growth and improving gross margin.
• Develop and manage relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Work closely with vendors to deliver joint go-to-market plans, including selling through marketplaces such as AWS and Azure.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and maximising vendor value.
• Manage your own diary effectively, balancing travel to offices, suppliers, and vendor meetings (3-4 days per week).

About You:

• Proven track record in vendor management, partner management, or channel management within the technology sector (cybersecurity experience desirable).
• Strong commercial acumen, with experience of delivering both revenue growth and margin improvement.
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to hit the ground running.
• Immediately available or on short notice.

What''s on Offer:

• A 9-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.
• The chance to join a collaborative and high-performing team.
• An opportunity to work with leading technology vendors and marketplaces.