Sourcing & Vendor Manager

From recycling and consulting to shredding and transportation, The Wilmington Group blends four dynamic companies handling almost two million tons of material annually. With strategically located recycling and destruction facilities, a worldwide brokerage network and in-house logistical expertise, The Wilmington Group maximizes value in fiber for its customers while making a positive impact on the environment. Become a Valuable Part of Our Team Our People Are Our Business . Employing talented people who align with our company's purpose and values is key to our success. Our most valued assets are our people. Our most valued principle is an uncompromising commitment to the health and safety of those people. We keep safety at the forefront of our business with a comprehensive safety training program, daily safety meetings in all facilities, and a safety incentive program for all employees. Think P.A.P.E.R: People First, Accountable, Passionate, Ethical, Relentless Not Ready Yet? Join our Talent Community The Opportunity: The Sourcing & Vendor Manager serves as the primary liaison between the company and its network of haulers and service vendors, ensuring strong partnerships that support operational success. This role is responsible for overseeing the full vendor lifecycle, including sourcing, procurement, onboarding, performance management, and ongoing relationship development. The Sourcing & Vendor Manager drives cost optimization initiatives while maintaining high service standards and vendor accountability. Key responsibilities include supporting bids and contract negotiations, resolving disputes, managing service-related issues, and ensuring vendor compliance with company expectations. Working closely with Operations, Billing, and Finance teams, this position helps ensure efficient end-to-end vendor management processes that contribute to service excellence, operational efficiency, and business growth. Travel Demands: Hybrid/remote work environment with the ability to support vendors across multiple regions and time zones. How you will make an impact: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily: Own end-to-end vendor sourcing, onboarding, and network development for hauler and recycling partnersIdentify, evaluate, and onboard vendors based on coverage, capability, service quality, and pricing competitivenessMap and validate active services, vendor coverage, service gaps, and management models (change of billing vs. fully managed)Identify and execute vendor optimization strategies, including consolidation opportunities, vendor transitions, and return on investment (ROI) analysisLead sourcing initiatives including execution of requests for proposals (RFPs), bid evaluation, rate benchmarking, service level agreement (SLA) negotiation, and award recommendationsManage vendor contracts and commercial terms, including SLA requirements, pricing structures, renewals, change orders, rate validation, and billing alignmentMonitor vendor performance through scorecards, SLA compliance, and service quality metrics Serve as the escalation point for vendor service issues, operational disruptions, and compliance concerns What you need to succeed: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience3-5 years of experience in vendor management, strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, logistics, operations, or a related fieldDemonstrated experience managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and supplier performance programsStrong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate pricing structures, service models, and total cost of ownershipExperience leading sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, bid evaluations, vendor selection, and contract executionStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational, financial, and performance dataExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teamsProficiency with Microsoft Excel and business systems used for vendor, contract, or procurement managementAbility to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Industry experience in waste, recycling, or facilities services, with a strong understanding of the U.S. vendor service landscapeExperience supporting multi-site or geographically dispersed operationsKnowledge of contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems, procurement platforms, or sourcing toolsExperience developing vendor scorecards, Key Performance Indicator (KPI) frameworks, and supplier performance programsBackground in cost optimization, network design, vendor consolidation, or strategic sourcing initiativesExperience working closely with operations, finance, billing, or audit teams to support vendor governance and compliance What we offer: The Wilmington Group offers a competitive Benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k match, as well as voluntary benefits such as short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. We also offer Paid Time Off and Holiday pay. If interested, please apply for immediate consideration, and come join our team! The Wilmington Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. For more information, please review the "EEO is the Law" Poster . If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this website because of your disability. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io if you require accommodation. PI1cb73d11e505-35216-40729705