Vendor / Resource Manager Global Market Research

About the Role Cultural Traits is looking for an experienced Vendor / Resource Manager to manage, coordinate, and scale our global network of research vendors and resources across India, Asia, Europe, and Latin America . This role plays a critical part in ensuring smooth research operations, reliable partner delivery, cost efficiency, and consistent data quality across qualitative and quantitative market research projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with fieldwork agencies, recruiters, moderators, translators, and research partners across multiple regions and time zones. Key Responsibilities Vendor Management & Coordination Identify, onboard, and manage research vendors across India, Asia, Europe, and LATAM Build and maintain strong relationships with recruitment partners, field agencies, moderators, translators, and support vendors Act as the primary point of contact for vendor communication, timelines, and deliverables Resource Planning & Allocation Allocate the right vendors and resources based on project scope, geography, timelines, and budget Coordinate availability of moderators, recruiters, translators, and operational support teams Ensure optimal utilization of internal and external resources Costing, Negotiation & Budget Control Request, review, and negotiate vendor quotations across markets Ensure cost competitiveness while maintaining high data quality standards Track vendor costs and project budgets to ensure financial discipline Quality & Compliance Oversight Ensure vendors adhere to recruitment criteria, data quality standards, and ethical research practices Monitor fieldwork progress, proactively identify risks, and resolve delivery issues Conduct post-project vendor performance reviews and maintain scorecards Operational Support Work closely with project managers and research leads on multi-country studies Manage timelines and coordination across different time zones Maintain updated vendor databases, rate cards, contracts, and performance records Required Experience & Skills Minimum 3 years of experience as a Vendor Manager, Resource Manager, or Operations Manager in market research or a related industry Proven experience managing vendors across India, Asia, Europe, and LATAM Strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative research operations Experience working on multi-country, multi-language projects Excellent negotiation, coordination, and stakeholder management skills Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail with a problem-solving mindset Preferred Qualifications Experience working with global market research agencies or consulting firms Familiarity with cultural nuances and recruitment challenges across regions Experience managing freelance moderators, translators, and niche recruitment vendors Comfortable working across global time zones Compensation Details (India-Based Role) Current CTC: Please mention your current Cost to Company (CTC) in INR (annual). Expected CTC: Please mention your expected CTC in INR (annual), along with your notice period. Compensation will be competitive and aligned with experience, regional exposure, and operational expertise. Why Join Cultural Traits? Work on global market research projects across emerging and developed markets Be part of a culturally diverse, international research network High-ownership role with exposure to global clients and markets Opportunity to build and strengthen vendor partnerships worldwide #J-18808-Ljbffr