Advert Detail

We are seeking a “Vendor Channel Manager” for our client, a top service provider renowned for trading and refurbishing used technology, such as cellphones and laptops. This company is dedicated to assisting manufacturers with sustainable practices and plays a significant role in reducing new tech expenses on a global scale.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Vendor Channel Manager is accountable for managing our vendor partners with a focus on delivering the maximum value to the business.

ROLE HIGHLIGHTS

• Working with one of our key accounts by building strong senior level relationships and driving their liquidation strategies through our market.
• Building out our Go-To Market strategy to generate leads to convert to new sellers on our marketplace.
• Travelling & presenting to potential new vendors with our marketplace platform.
• Engaging with your sales counterparts to forecast & plan sales activity in line with projected vendor supply.
• Dealing with your vendors compliance & performance metrics including quality compliance inspections/audits.
• Establishing standards for the vendors, finding the best available vendors, negotiating contracts.
• Interacting with vendors involving any concerns.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Has a minimum 5 years’ relevant experience within Account Management and/or Technology Distribution industry.
• Experience working with Operators & Major European Retailers in the telco & electronics sourcing/procurement space would be highly beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new business models and challenge the status quo.
• Able to juggle multiple projects at any given time while remaining cool, calm and collected.
• Comfortable collaborating with people across different disciplines, teams and time zones.
• Willing to travel across Europe (up to 15%).

DESIRABLE SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation in marketing, sales, business administration or supply chain management.