Senior Vendor Manager - Transportation

Overview At T-Mobile, this role manages complex vendor relationships with a primary focus on transportation providers, including parcel carriers and third-party logistics (3PL) partners. It oversees operational processes to ensure contract compliance, service performance, and cost efficiency across transportation networks. The role is responsible for forecasting and reporting transportation spend, auditing invoices, and identifying cost-saving opportunities through data-driven analysis. It partners cross-functionally to resolve operational issues, improve processes, and enhance vendor performance. Success is measured by effective vendor management, financial accuracy, and continuous improvement of transportation operations. Job Responsibilities Conduct regular meetings with vendors (including parcel carriers and 3PLs) to manage planning, performance, and track action items, ensuring alignment and progress Develop and deliver reporting dashboards and metrics to monitor transportation performance, cost trends and inform decision-making Create and review monthly and quarterly scorecards with vendors to evaluate service levels, contract adherence, and financial performance Develop rolling financial forecasts for transportation spend (parcel, freight accessorials), to support budgeting and cost management Initiate and execute logistics and transportation initiatives to improve processes, service levels and drive cost savings Audit and process transportation invoices and credit memos, resolving discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy and control Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed Education and Work Experience Bachelor\'s Degree plus 3 years of related work experience OR advanced degree with 1 year of related work experience OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent Acceptable areas of study include Business, Finance or related field 2-4 years Vendor management, transportation, logistics, or reverse logistics experience 2-4 years Supply chain, freight, parcel operations, or inventory management experience Wireless industry experience Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) Experience with Transportation Management System (TMS) Experience managing parcel carriers (e.g., FedEx, UPS) or 3PL partners Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Data Analysis (Required) Forecasting (Required) Problem Solving (Required) Negotiation (Required) Communication (Required) Microsoft Office (Required) Analytics (Required) Vendor Management (Preferred) Financial Acumen (Cost analysis, invoicing) (Preferred) Transportation / Logistics Operations (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications At least 18 years of age Legally authorized to work in the United States Travel Travel Required: No DOT Regulated DOT Regulated Position: No Safety Sensitive Position: No Base Pay Range: $90,400 - $163,100 Corporate Bonus Target: 15% The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The actual starting pay will vary based on location, qualifications, and experience. Eligible employees may receive annual bonuses or incentives based on role and performance. At T-Mobile, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning employment are made without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristics. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr T-Mobile