Vendor Management Partner

Company DescriptionIngram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet that transports aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.Job DescriptionIngram Barge Company, the leading carrier on America’s inland waterways, is seeking a partnership-focused self-starter with superior interpersonal, negotiation, and analytical skills to join our team as a Vendor Management Partner near any of our home offices (Nashville, TN, Paducah, KY, Reserve or Port Allen, LA, or St. Louis, MO). In this fully-remote (or in office if you prefer) role, you will lead the vendor management and contract process for service providers to develop vendors into reliable partners who consistently deliver best-in-class service, manage the fleet lease program to secure critical operating areas, and serve as a leader for additional value-add and cost-saving initiatives. What you will be doing:Implementing and administering select service and lease agreements:Serving as project leader and primary point of contact through contract development, negotiations, and executionCreating template-based agreements and bid packages in collaboration with stakeholdersProviding analysis and recommendations to stakeholdersAchieving comprehensive win-win agreements that meet company objectives, maximizing Ingram’s financial and operational opportunities, and minimizing riskEnsuring contract compliance, tracking performance metrics, and providing continuous reporting/feedbackManaging contract pipeline and lifecycleLeading vendor and lessor/lessee management and development process in designated areas:Partnering with stakeholders, monitoring and assessing market and internal data, and manage vendor/lessor pricing and performance to ensure stakeholder and company needs are consistently met and stable and to identify and address provider/lease/contract needs, risks, and opportunitiesPartnering with vendors to ensure consistently excellent service, best value pricing, and continuous improvementProactively managing supplier strategy, development, reviews, issue resolution, and performanceProviding reporting, analysis, and presentations to support data-driven vendor/market evaluation and strategic decision-makingIdentifying and implementing process improvements, expense reduction initiatives, and additional value capture opportunitiesAdditional projects aligned with company needs QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Previous experience with vendor, contract, or project management, procurement, supply chain, logistics, or real estate/lease administration3-5 years of experience requiredPrevious shoreside marine experience a strong plusDemonstrated ability to proactively and efficiently identify and solve problemsSelf-starter with the ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others and the drive to deliver meaningful resultsAbility to effectively communicate and interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organizationEffective negotiation and conflict management skillsAbility to travel up to 20�monstrated analytical abilities and proficiency in Microsoft ExcelStrong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and a variety of tasks simultaneouslyPositive, solution-oriented mindset with a drive to create partnerships, exceed stakeholder expectations, and deliver meaningful resultsAdditional InformationWhy Work at Ingram?Choose your work environment – remote, hybrid, or in officeA highly competitive compensation package with generous benefits beginning first day of employment for Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.15 vacation days & 12 sick days accrued annually and 2 floating holiday’s401(K) match, Life and AD&D, Employee Assistance programs, Group Legal, & moreAssociate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement programFinancial and in-kind opportunities to engage with non-profits in your communityCasual Dress Code All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/DisabledWe participate in EVerifyhttp://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdfhttp://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf