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Vendor Manager

Lensa
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/6/2025 CLOSED ON 12/31/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Manager position at Lensa?

Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Lensa does not hire directly for these jobs, but promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote this job for Impact Fire Services. Clicking "Apply Now" or "Read more" on Lensa redirects you to the job board/employer site. Any information collected there is subject to their terms and privacy notice.

Academy Fire Life Safety offers national one-stop fire and life safety services through our network of self-perform districts and trusted vendor partners. Our experienced account managers ensure clients across the country receive the same quality service for fire safety systems. We combine unmatched industry knowledge and scale with personal service and accountability.

Join our team with over 80 years in business and two decades serving hundreds of national and regional account customers. Academy Fire offers unparalleled expertise in the management of multi-site fire and life safety protection. Through our customer service centers in New York and California, we provide coverage 24/7, 365 days a year.

Academy Fire is seeking a Vendor Relations Manager!

Academy Fire, a leading Fire and Life Safety company, is seeking a talented and experienced Vendor Relations Manager to join our dynamic team. The Vendor Relations Manager will play a crucial role in establishing and maintaining strong relationships with our affiliates and vendors to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of services essential to our operations. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a proven track record in vendor management.

What You Will Do

  • Vendor Selection and Onboarding
  • Contract Negotiation and Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Cost Management
  • Communication and Collaboration
  • Other responsibilities and tasks, as assigned.

Qualifications And Requirement

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field desired.
  • Proven experience in vendor management, procurement, or a related role.
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to assess and mitigate risks.
  • Familiarity with Fire and Life Safety industry standards and regulations is a plus.

Travel

This position may require approximately 33% travel.

Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required. MVR checks are required for all driving positions.

We look forward to talking with you about career opportunities with Academy Fire Life Safety.

For consideration, please apply on-line.

Employment with an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veterans.

Job Details

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If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
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