The Field Supplier Optimization Project Manager will play a key role in driving strategic initiatives focused on optimizing vendor relationships and streamlining processes to achieve cost efficiency, enhanced service quality, and supplier calibration. This role focuses on project planning, execution, and delivery in alignment with organizational goals. With opportunities to manage and deliver high-impact projects across various functions, the role provides a long-term growth path within a globally recognized organization.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Portfolio Optimization

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement standardized frameworks, such as rate cards and performance-driven agreements, along with SLA alignment to ensure consistency in vendor management.

Engage procurement and governance teams to identify inefficiencies and streamline vendor engagement processes.

Lead initiatives to integrate modern labor models, such as gig economy practices, and conduct evaluations to identify and maximize vendor capabilities.

Drive supplier rationalization by consolidating vendors and focusing on high-performing, strategic partners to achieve cost efficiencies.

Project Planning and Execution

Develop comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.

Monitor project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential challenges during execution.

Coordinate and manage cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.

Leverage project management tools to ensure consistent documentation and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including vendor account managers, to ensure alignment on goals and deliverables.

Facilitate regular meetings to communicate project progress, gather feedback, and address concerns proactively.

Serve as a key liaison between markets and organizational leadership, ensuring accountability and alignment with strategic objectives..

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

Utilize project management and analytics tools to track vendor performance metrics and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).

Prepare and present detailed reports on project progress, vendor performance, and financial impact to key stakeholders.

Recommend improvements based on performance data to enhance vendor efficiency and overall project outcomes.

Change Management

Lead efforts to integrate innovative practices, including the adoption of gig economy resources and modern vendor management tools.

Develop change management plans to support organizational transitions, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and adherence to updated policies.

Provide training and support to teams to facilitate smooth adoption of new vendor management practices and frameworks.

Post-Project Transition

Document and disseminate lessons learned from completed projects to inform future initiatives.

Manage the transition of project deliverables to operational teams, ensuring long-term sustainability.

Engage in continuous process improvement and contribute to the organization’s strategic project portfolio.

Qualifications and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. PMP certification is preferred.

Experience: 5–8 years of project management experience, preferably within procurement, supply chain, field service delivery, or vendor management.

Demonstrated success in managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Experience in vendor engagement, contract negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives.

Key Skills

Vendor Portfolio Management

Project Management

Contract Knowledge (Rate Cards, SLAs, SOWs)

Procurement and Vendor Engagement

Business Process Standardization and Improvement

Cost Optimization and Supplier Optimization

Effective Communication and Stakeholder Collaboration

Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving

Disclaimer
• This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

The base pay range for this role is $130,350 up to $189,000 annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to US candidates only).  Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long term/short term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Generous time off policies, including; 

4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure

11 paid holidays

Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.