Vendor Manager

At AD Mortgage, we've been helping clients achieve their homeownership dreams for over 20 years - and we couldn't do it without our team.With more than 400 passionate professionals (and growing!), we've built a culture rooted in collaboration, continuous growth, and shared success.Join a company that listens to your voice, invests in your development, and celebrates every win - big or small.Your future starts here. Let's grow together.Overall Responsibilities:The Vendor Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating relationships with the company's vendors and service providers to ensure alignment with contractual agreements, pricing structures, and company standards. This role focuses on maintaining transparency, consistency, and fairness in vendor pricing and services, while supporting constructive communication and collaboration. The Vendor Manager serves as a key liaison between the company and its vendors, helping ensure agreements are clearly understood, properly implemented, and mutually beneficial.Key Responsibilities:Manage and maintain positive business relationships with vendors and service providersMonitor vendor pricing, tariffs, and service terms to ensure alignment with approved agreementsReview contracts, amendments, and renewals to support consistency with company policies and objectivesServe as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, discussions, and issue resolutionCollaborate with internal teams, including Legal, Finance, Purchasing, and Operations, to align vendor activities with business needsAssist in identifying potential risks or inconsistencies within vendor agreements and recommend solutionsMaintain organized and up-to-date records of vendor contracts, pricing approvals, and communicationsPrepare reports related to vendor performance, costs, and trendsEducation & Experience:Associate's, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Legal Studies, Business Administration, Purchasing Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related fieldExperience in vendor management, procurement, contract administration, or a related roleSkills & Competencies:Working knowledge of contracts and commercial termsStrong communication and relationship-building skillsAbility to support negotiations in a professional and collaborative mannerAbility to identify and address issues proactively and constructivelyComfortable working cross-functionally with internal teams and external partnersAbility to balance company objectives with long-term vendor relationshipsProficiency in contract management tools and standard office softwareWhat We Offer Career and CultureCompany Culture: Inclusive, supportive company culture where you are not a number, but a voice that's heard and brings value.Growth Path: Defined paid training and clear pathways for career development.Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, sick days, paid volunteer hours, medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).Join Us: Click on the following links to explore our social media to get a sense of our rich corporate culture:YouTubeInstagramTikTokWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.