Vendor Manager

Hydrogen Group ·www.hydrogengroup.com

Location Rosemead, California, USA
Work type Hybrid
Salary USD 38 - 41 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Vendor Manager

Location: Rosemead, CA (Hybrid - Tuesday & Wednesday onsite)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $41.23/hour

We are seeking a Vendor Manager to support the governance, administration, and performance management of outsourced IT services for a major California utility. This position is responsible for overseeing vendor relationships, monitoring service delivery, ensuring contractual compliance, and supporting operational excellence across outsourced technology services.

Working closely with internal business teams, Procurement, Legal, and external vendors, you will help maintain strong vendor partnerships while ensuring services are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and business expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Administer vendor and outsourcing contracts in partnership with Procurement and Legal.
  • Develop and support IT outsourcing policies, standards, and governance processes.
  • Monitor vendor performance using KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics.
  • Prepare reports on vendor performance, operational health, and service delivery.
  • Coordinate with vendors to resolve operational and application support issues.
  • Identify vendor-related risks and implement appropriate controls and mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure vendors comply with contractual obligations and company standards.
  • Support project execution by tracking timelines, budgets, deliverables, and milestones.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve vendor performance and service quality.
  • Recommend process improvements and contribute to operational best practices.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Management, Engineering, or related discipline).
  • 1-3 years of experience in vendor management, contract management, project coordination, program management, or service delivery.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience interpreting contracts and monitoring vendor performance.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting IT outsourcing or managed service providers (MSPs).
  • Knowledge of vendor governance, contract compliance, and service management.
  • Experience with SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  • Experience working within large enterprise or utility environments.

Skills

  • Vendor Management
  • Contract Administration
  • Service Delivery
  • Vendor Governance
  • Project Management
  • Program Coordination
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Performance Reporting
  • Compliance
  • IT Outsourcing
  • SAP IS-U (preferred)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established utility organization and gain valuable experience managing strategic vendor relationships while contributing to the successful delivery of critical IT services.

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Who is hiring for the Vendor Manager role?
Hydrogen Group is hiring for the Vendor Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Vendor Manager job located?
The Vendor Manager role with Hydrogen Group is based in Rosemead, CA, US. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Vendor Manager role remote?
Yes — the Vendor Manager position at Hydrogen Group is hybrid. Candidates based in US are preferred.
What does the Vendor Manager role pay?
Hydrogen Group lists the Vendor Manager role at USD 38–41 per hour.
Is the Vendor Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Hydrogen Group.
What experience level is the Vendor Manager role?
The Vendor Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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