Vice President, Vendor Governance & Management Greater Bengaluru, India Area

The Company is seeking a Vendor Governance & Management Manager to establish and lead the governance framework for third-party vendor relationships. This pivotal role involves serving as the central point of coordination between various internal and external stakeholders to ensure that vendors meet contractual commitments, service expectations, compliance requirements, and strategic business objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving vendor performance management, operational governance, risk oversight, cost optimization, and fostering strong partnerships that support business continuity and organizational goals. Key responsibilities for the Vendor Governance & Management Manager include designing and implementing vendor governance frameworks, developing vendor scorecards, and leading performance reviews with strategic suppliers. The role also encompasses contract and service management, workforce management, stakeholder and relationship management, risk, compliance, and controls, as well as financial and spend management. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in vendor governance and supplier relationship management, deep understanding of contract management, and experience with KPI, SLA, and scorecard development. A Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years' of experience in relevant functions are required, along with a proven track record of managing strategic vendor relationships in a complex enterprise environment.

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State Street