Vendor Management Specialist III

Job Purpose:This role is the Vendor Management Specialist III position serves as the main point of contact for various divisions including the Vice Presidents over those properties/divisions. It is the Vendor Management Specialist III job to serve and support these positions and address their various vendor relations and operational needs. This job could be located in Atlanta, GA or Dallas, TX.Key Responsibilities: Manage centralized vendor relationships, including company travel, office suppliers, shipping, etc.Play a critical role in the management of the Companywide credit card programWork with internal departments on invoice reconciliation, and vendor purchase order reconciliationCommunicate performances and costs to managementWhen necessary, source and interview vendors; assist in the negotiation of contracts and costsRecommend new processes or systems for improvementDemonstrated ability to use analytical techniques to reconcile financial data and review and process financial documentsJob Specifications/Requirements:Bachelor's degree or years of relevant work experience in lieu of degreeFour or more years of relevant work experienceAbility to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and writtenProven problem solving and analytical skillsProficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office applicationsMust show initiative and attention to detailGenuine interest in learning, understanding and empathizing with the needs of the organization's leadership and staffDemonstrated ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization, to be a team leader and - as important - to be a team playerLearfield is the leading media and technology services company in intercollegiate athletics. The company unlocks the value of college sports for brands and fans through an omnichannel platform with innovative content and commerce solutions for fan engagement. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company has long had the privilege of being an advocate for intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete experience. Our suite of services includes licensing and multimedia sponsorship management; publishing, audio, digital and social media; data analytics; ticketing, ticket sales and professional concessions expertise; branding; and campus-wide business and sponsorship development.Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans. The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work.Our MissionPowering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love.Our Core ValuesBuild Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have FunLearfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (including Parental Leave), Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.#35601183