Vendor Strategy and Operations Manager

Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.

We are seeking a Vendor Strategy and Operations Manager to support our Marketing & Communications (MarComms) team. In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations that enable effective engagement with external vendors, ensuring processes are efficient, scalable, and aligned with organizational needs.

Reporting to the Director of Vendor Strategy & Operations, you will play a critical role in managing vendor workflows, maintaining data integrity, supporting onboarding and sourcing efforts, and delivering reporting and insights that inform decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving operational challenges, and is passionate about improving how teams and partners work together.

## How You Will Contribute

Vendor Operations & Workflow Management

Manage vendor request workflows, including coordination with internal stakeholders and external partners

Ensure requests are complete, accurate, and aligned with approval and documentation requirements

Track tasks, timelines, and deliverables related to contract lifecycle

Project & System Management

Create and manage vendor-related projects within a work management system (e.g., Workfront)

Maintain accurate project setup, task assignments, and financial tracking

Monitor project progress and ensure alignment across teams

Invoicing, Payments & Purchase Orders

Support invoice processing, including validation of deliverables and proper coding

Partner with Finance and Procurement teams to create purchase orders and resolve discrepancies

Ensure vendors are properly set up for payment and address issues as they arise

Vendor Data & Reporting

Maintain accurate vendor records, including contracts, pricing, and performance data

Ensure data consistency across systems and support reporting needs

Produce regular reports on vendor activity, spend, and performance

Vendor Onboarding & Support

Coordinate onboarding activities, including distribution of agreements and required documentation

Provide vendors with access to tools, resources, and operational guidelines

Maintain onboarding materials and ensure a consistent vendor experience

Vendor Sourcing & Coordination

Support vendor research, sourcing, and evaluation processes

Assist internal teams in identifying vendors that meet project needs

Facilitate communication between vendors and internal stakeholders

Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement

Support vendor performance evaluation processes and maintain documentation

Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements

Contribute to the development of scalable vendor operations practices

## What You Will Bring

2-4 years of experience in operations, vendor management, project management, or a related field

Experience working cross-functionally with teams such as Finance, Procurement, or Legal

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment

## Standout Candidates Will Bring

Experience with enterprise work management tools (e.g., Workfront)

Familiarity with contracting, procurement, or vendor management processes

Experience building reports, dashboards, or operational insights

Demonstrated ability to improve processes and drive operational efficiency

## What We Offer

Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.

A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.

Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.

* Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

Our Values:Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success.  That is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.