What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Manager / Director – Vendor Contracts Management position at Virginia Transformer Corp?
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Summary
Virginia Transformer is seeking a results-oriented Sr. Manager/Director of Vendor Contracts Management to lead contract strategy, governance, and vendor relationship management. This role is pivotal in ensuring that supplier agreements are structured to deliver cost savings, deliver on supply commitments, mitigate risk, and align with business priorities across our global supplier base.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, negotiation, and execution of vendor contracts across direct and indirect categories.
- Establish and enforce contract governance processes to ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with corporate policies.
- Partner with Procurement, Legal, and Finance to drive consistency in contract terms, pricing structures, and performance metrics.
- Implement contract lifecycle management tools and processes to improve visibility, efficiency, and accountability.
- Develop KPIs to monitor vendor performance, contract compliance, and cost savings initiatives.
- Provide strong team leadership, mentoring and developing contract management professionals to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a key advisor to Supply Chain leadership on vendor risk, contract disputes, and strategic sourcing opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 8–10 years of progressive experience in contract management, procurement, or vendor governance.
- Knowledge of compliance standards, risk management practices, and international contracting is a must.
- Prior experience in implementing contract management systems or digital tools.
- Proven expertise in vendor negotiations, contract drafting, and lifecycle management.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.