Associate Vendor Manager

TransPerfect Is More Than Just a Job... Our greatest asset is our people, and nothing is more important to us than ensuring that everyone knows that. Each of our 100+ offices has its own individual identity, and each also has its own unique rewards. Who We Are Do you want to work for the global leader in the language services and technology industry? Are you interested in helping international brands/organizations find and implement solutions that allow them to communicate, operate and sell their products and services efficiently and effectively? Are you the type of person who enjoys working in an innovative and vibrant workplace? Then TransPerfect is for you! So you like what you hear but haven't worked in 'language' before? That is not a problem; TransPerfect is far from "just a translation agency". Our services portfolio covers everything from business support services such as interpretation, multicultural and digital marketing, SEO and website globalization to multimedia work, video, e-learning and training, and legal support services. All services and client partnerships are aided by best-in-breed software platforms, specialized in optimizing business processes. That's enough about us - what about you? We look for and appreciate anyone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in! We offer a fast growth path and provide full training around our services, technology solutions and workflows. Therefore the key skills we are looking for are solid communication and relationship building abilities, keeping a cool head if situations get a bit stressful and really owning your role, and taking responsibility for your clients and their business success. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! We have 90 offices worldwide but this particular opportunity is based in our Washington DC office. We offer career development, an attractive bonus plan, and social events are organized frequently. What You Will Be Doing The Associate Vendor Manager is responsible for providing support to the Vendor Management department through daily assistance with vendor recruitment, database maintenance and daily support to Sales and Production teams with vendor-related issues and questions. Description: * Provide on-the-job support to the senior Vendor Management and Business Support teams and also to the Department Manager * Become familiar with posting directories and sourcing tools * Help with proactively recruiting new resources (Interpreters, Equipment vendors and any other necessary resource) to expand the company's database of external vendors * Handle the on-boarding of candidatesfollowing the company's processes * Help negotiate preferred rates with recruited vendors according to company, department or project needs * Promote newly on-boarded vendors to the appropriate Production teams * Assist Production and Sales teams on a daily basis with vendor-related issues and questions * Assist with administration tasks as required * Establish and maintain excellent relationships with contract vendors, Production staff and Internal employees globally * Proactively seek additional tasks and duties to benefit TransPerfect as a whole * Research and understand all industries that TransPerfect markets to, including industry leaders, current events and any other pertinent data * Be knowledgeable in and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the translation industry, including leaders, competitive data, proposal formats, competitive rates, and marketing strategies * Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role and assigned by the manager/supervisor Who We Are Looking For * Excellent written and verbal English communication skills * Excellent problem solving and analytical skills * High sense of urgency * Strong interpersonal skills * Effective time management * Proactive attitude * Minimum Bachelor's degree or its equivalent * Excellent English communication skills * Negotiation skills * Experience with Microsoft Office applications Where Your Career Is Going At TransPerfect, there are a lot of growth opportunities. All departments offer career growth and development that can combine your skills, interest and experience. We encourage our employees to have a continuous dialogue with management about growth opportunities throughout your tenure with the company. End your job search and find your career at TransPerfect #careersNOTjobs. Why TransPerfect For more than 25 years, we have honed a culture where all kinds of ideas are shared and new ventures are not only welcomed, but also encouraged. In this fast-paced environment, employees are intellectually stimulated so they can grow alongside the organization. From Intern to President, we believe that every single employee should have a voice and contribute to the amazing services we offer our clients. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, membership to child-care providers, and other TransPerks. You even get your birthday off because let's face it, we're stoked that you were born. TransPerfect provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law For more information on the TransPerfect Family of Companies, please visit our website at .

Created: 2024-10-22