Vendor Alliances Consultant

Capital Blue Cross

. Lead all components of the vendor lifecycle for Tier 1 and Tier 2 vendors, including vendor strategy and prioritization, negotiation strategy development and execution, cross-functional business engagement, vendor oversight and performance management, and value realization tracking .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,570 - $121,765 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor management, including negotiation strategy, contract execution, and performance oversight. Proficient in applying vendor tiering frameworks and utilizing benchmarking tools to enhance vendor lifecycle effectiveness.

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Vendor ManagementContract DraftingNegotiation StrategyVendor OversightAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Vendor ContractingVendor ProcurementVendor Tiering FrameworksBenchmarking ToolsContract Lifecycle Management SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeVendor Management PracticesCost Optimization PracticesPerformance ManagementDecision-Making

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiation SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsSharePoint

Industry Keywords

Vendor LifecycleRFPRFIRFQStakeholder EngagementCompliancePrivacySecurityHigh-Impact VendorsHigh-Risk Vendors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all components of the vendor lifecycle for Tier 1 and Tier 2 vendors, including vendor strategy and prioritization, negotiation strategy development and execution, cross-functional business engagement, vendor oversight and performance management, and value realization tracking
Participate as a strategic contributor in RFP, RFI, and RFQ sourcing events
Define sourcing requirements, evaluate vendor responses, and support negotiation strategy and final vendor selection decisions
Improve strategic vendor management practices, including vendor prioritization, negotiation effectiveness, benchmarking utilization, and stakeholder engagement
Draft, negotiate, obtain approval for, and execute vendor contracts
Monitor vendors’ performance against contracts, including performance guarantees and service levels
Communicate regularly with internal business stakeholders regarding vendor performance
Participate in decisions to disengage or renew vendors and assist with disengagement or renewal
Identify and implement process improvements to increase overall vendor lifecycle effectiveness
Work with Privacy, Security, Legal, and Compliance to ensure the Vendor Lifecycle follows relevant policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
Represent Vendor Alliances in internal work groups and Department/Division strategy meetings
Advise business groups on processes and strategies that align, or do not align, with vendor contract terms and conditions
Assist in developing and modifying Capital's vendor strategy, including sourcing, negotiation, oversight, and disengagement
Serve as an internal consultant to business areas on vendor strategy and engagement

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 years' experience in a Vendor Management, Vendor Contracting, and/or Vendor Procurement environment
Ability to manage a portfolio of high impact, high-risk, high-value vendors
Ability to apply vendor tiering and prioritization frameworks
Ability to translate benchmarking and analytics into actionable negotiation strategies
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and SharePoint
Proficient in Contract Lifecycle Management software
Knowledge of vendor tiering frameworks and portfolio segmentation
Knowledge of benchmarking tools and cost optimization practices
Knowledge of vendor oversight best practices
Skilled in contract drafting and negotiation
Proficient in vendor management practices
Strong negotiation, contract management, and decision-making skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team under tight time constraints and manage multiple priorities
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a health-related field is preferred
Ability to work over 40 hours per week
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 5 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Volunteer time off
Incentive Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible environment
Training and continuing education
Potential travel to external meetings, conferences, vendors, etc. (less than 10%)