Manager, Vendor Management
Manage vendor relationships and implement strategies to optimize workflows at Strive Health.
Posted by employer 3 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Identify, research, source and select vendors
- Negotiate contracts
- Set performance standards for vendors
- Manage ongoing operational relationships
- Drive renewal and termination decisions
Must have
- 5+ years of experience in operational vendor management
- Proven track record in new vendor contracting
- Background in cost reduction strategies
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience in Health Care or Value-Based Care environment
- Professional certifications such as PMP or CPSM
Practical constraints
- Ability to travel and be onsite 5–10% of the time
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Vendor Manager at Strive Health, the individual will oversee vendor relationships, from sourcing and contracting to daily management and performance evaluation. Key skills include contract negotiation, operational efficiency, and a strong background in vendor management, ideally within healthcare settings. This position is suited for someone with at least five years of relevant experience and a focus on data-driven decision-making. The role involves collaboration with various departments to enhance vendor processes and may require occasional travel for stakeholder engagement.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze October 9, 2026. Last confirmed on Strive Health's careers page October 9, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Management roles (median ~$170,000).
- Starts above 2% of 566 comparable senior management roles in United States we track (median $151,602 across 132 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the Manager, Vendor Management role remote?
- It's hybrid — Strive Health expects some on-site time in Denver, CO, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Strive Health lists $85,500–$104,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Manager, Vendor Management role.
- Where is the role based?
- Strive Health is hiring for this position in Denver, CO, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Strive Health targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Manager, Vendor Management role at Strive Health.
From the original posting
How You’ll Make An Impact
Benefits & Perks
What You'll Do
As a Vendor Manager at Strive Health, you will own the relationships between Strive and its vendors and partners, from sourcing and selection through contracting, day-to-day management, and renewal or termination decisions. You will also lead the execution of our vendor management strategy and implement process improvements that lower costs and make workflows more effective. This individual would report to the Director of Implementation.
The Day to Day
- Identify, research, source and select the best available vendors, negotiate contracts that balance cost, quality, and risk.
- Set performance standards for vendors and hold them accountable to those standards.
- Manage ongoing operational relationships across vendor partners.
- Drive renewal and termination decisions supported by clear, data-backed recommendations.
- Act as main point of contact internally and externally for operational vendors to set up new users, ensure invoice accuracy, and escalate issues.
- Partner with Legal, Finance, and Operations to establish operational standards, ensure compliance, and streamline vendor selection, approval, and onboarding.
- Execute vendor management strategy and implement continuous process improvements that lower costs and optimize workflows.
- Meet in person with internal and/or external stakeholders to facilitate team and business priorities/opportunities. Business travel may be required for opportunities to connect with stakeholders, serve patients, and attend Strive-sponsored team events.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- 5+ years of experience in operational vendor management (or a combination of related education, experience, and certification).
- Proven track record in new vendor contracting, implementation, and relationship ownership.
- Background in cost reduction strategies and operational efficiency improvements.
- Internet Connectivity - Min Speeds: 3.8Mbps/3.0Mbps (up/down): Latency <60 ms. (For all roles).
- Travel: Ability to travel and be onsite to meet business needs (estimated at 5–10% of the time).
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Preferred:
- Education: Master’s degree in a related field.
- Experience in Health Care or Value-Based Care environment.
- Certifications: Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP, Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or CSCP.
About You
- Analytical mindset, focused on building, implementing and tracking the success of companywide programs.
- Holds self and others accountable for high-quality, timely, and effective results.
- Operates with a high degree of integrity and trust, ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle short term requests with long term individual priorities.
Annual Base Salary Range: $85,500 - $104,000
Final compensation will be determined based on location, experience, and qualifications.
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