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About Riot Platforms
Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s most trusted platform for powering and building digital infrastructure. Riot’s mission is to empower the future of digital infrastructure by positively impacting the sectors, networks, and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows us to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes.
Who we are
At Riot, we’re building the future of digital infrastructure. Our team members have unparalleled opportunities to work on groundbreaking initiatives. Through technical excellence and strategic execution, Riot has positioned itself as a leader in the industry driving advancements that continue to set new benchmarks in digital infrastructure.
We are trailblazers. Problem solvers. People who thrive in fast paced environments, communicate clearly, and bring relentless focus to efficiency and execution.
About the role
Riot is seeking a Critical Vendor Manager to own the vendor relationship program for Riot's maintenance and repair critical vendors — the trade vendors (electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, water treatment, and similar categories) that perform maintenance and repair work across the data center portfolio.
You will design and run the vendor performance management program: KPI tracking and scorecarding in both directions — Riot's assessment of vendors, and a defined path for vendors to provide constructive feedback on Riot — continuous-improvement tracking, and program-level effectiveness evaluation. Day-to-day vendor relationship management sits with site teams; this role owns the program framework, standards, and metrics they operate within. You will execute and assure against the Vendor Management Standard, own vendor qualification, and maintain the Approved Vendor List.
This position is remote/hybrid, with regular travel to Riot sites.
What you'll do
- Own the vendor relationship program for maintenance and repair critical vendors across the portfolio — setting program structure, governance, and performance metrics, and evaluating program effectiveness at the portfolio level
- Design and maintain vendor performance scorecards and KPI tracking for maintenance and repair critical vendors, covering quality, safety, schedule adherence, and conformance to the Vendor Management Standard
- Build and run the reciprocal feedback process — vendors formally scoring Riot's performance as a partner, with a defined path for vendors to provide constructive feedback
- Set and track continuous-improvement metrics in partnership with vendors, driving shared improvement initiatives rather than one-directional scorekeeping
- Serve as the escalation intermediary for site teams raising vendor performance or coverage issues, working the issue to resolution or to a documented corrective action
- Execute vendor selection evaluations and onboarding verification for maintenance and repair critical vendor scopes, in partnership with site Critical Operations Managers and per the Vendor Management Standard
- Own vendor qualification and Approved Vendor List administration by maintaining the performance data and evidence that qualification reviews depend on
- Own contract renewal timing and coverage-gap tracking for critical vendors — flagging warranty and contract expirations before they become coverage lapses
- Partner with the Maintenance Strategy Manager on which maintenance scopes are vendor-performed, ensuring vendor statements of work stay aligned to the governing equipment strategy
- Maintain vendor performance and nonconformance records as audit-ready evidence supporting SOC 2 scope
What you'll have
- 7+ years of experience in vendor/supplier management, contract management, or vendor performance management within data center, industrial, or other critical infrastructure environments
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
- Ability to travel 50% of the time
- CPSM or a similar procurement/vendor management certification, strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience building or running a vendor scorecard/KPI program, ideally with a reciprocal (two-way) feedback component
- Experience with critical infrastructure trade vendor categories — electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, water treatment, or similar
- Strong negotiation and relationship-management skills; comfortable serving as an escalation point between internal teams and external vendors
- Familiarity with vendor risk/compliance screening (insurance, safety program review) and SOC 2 or similar compliance frameworks a plus
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Base range (commensurate with experience) + bonus + sign-on equity grant.
- Long-Term Growth: Eligible to participate in Riot’s equity incentive programs and share in the success you help build.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Incudes a generous company match.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options, including 100% company-paid plans.
- Wellness & Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy free gym memberships, pet insurance, childcare discounts, and more to support your life both in and out of work.
Riot is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Riot Platforms
Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s most trusted platform for powering and building digital infrastructure. Riot’s mission is to empower the future of digital infrastructure by positively impacting the sectors, networks, and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows us to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes.
Who we are
At Riot, we’re building the future of digital infrastructure. Our team members have unparalleled opportunities to work on groundbreaking initiatives. Through technical excellence and strategic execution, Riot has positioned itself as a leader in the industry driving advancements that continue to set new benchmarks in digital infrastructure.
We are trailblazers. Problem solvers. People who thrive in fast paced environments, communicate clearly, and bring relentless focus to efficiency and execution.
About the role
Riot is seeking a Critical Vendor Manager to own the vendor relationship program for Riot's maintenance and repair critical vendors — the trade vendors (electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, water treatment, and similar categories) that perform maintenance and repair work across the data center portfolio.
You will design and run the vendor performance management program: KPI tracking and scorecarding in both directions — Riot's assessment of vendors, and a defined path for vendors to provide constructive feedback on Riot — continuous-improvement tracking, and program-level effectiveness evaluation. Day-to-day vendor relationship management sits with site teams; this role owns the program framework, standards, and metrics they operate within. You will execute and assure against the Vendor Management Standard, own vendor qualification, and maintain the Approved Vendor List.
This position is remote/hybrid, with regular travel to Riot sites.
What you'll do
- Own the vendor relationship program for maintenance and repair critical vendors across the portfolio — setting program structure, governance, and performance metrics, and evaluating program effectiveness at the portfolio level
- Design and maintain vendor performance scorecards and KPI tracking for maintenance and repair critical vendors, covering quality, safety, schedule adherence, and conformance to the Vendor Management Standard
- Build and run the reciprocal feedback process — vendors formally scoring Riot's performance as a partner, with a defined path for vendors to provide constructive feedback
- Set and track continuous-improvement metrics in partnership with vendors, driving shared improvement initiatives rather than one-directional scorekeeping
- Serve as the escalation intermediary for site teams raising vendor performance or coverage issues, working the issue to resolution or to a documented corrective action
- Execute vendor selection evaluations and onboarding verification for maintenance and repair critical vendor scopes, in partnership with site Critical Operations Managers and per the Vendor Management Standard
- Own vendor qualification and Approved Vendor List administration by maintaining the performance data and evidence that qualification reviews depend on
- Own contract renewal timing and coverage-gap tracking for critical vendors — flagging warranty and contract expirations before they become coverage lapses
- Partner with the Maintenance Strategy Manager on which maintenance scopes are vendor-performed, ensuring vendor statements of work stay aligned to the governing equipment strategy
- Maintain vendor performance and nonconformance records as audit-ready evidence supporting SOC 2 scope
What you'll have
- 7+ years of experience in vendor/supplier management, contract management, or vendor performance management within data center, industrial, or other critical infrastructure environments
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
- Ability to travel 50% of the time
- CPSM or a similar procurement/vendor management certification, strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience building or running a vendor scorecard/KPI program, ideally with a reciprocal (two-way) feedback component
- Experience with critical infrastructure trade vendor categories — electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, water treatment, or similar
- Strong negotiation and relationship-management skills; comfortable serving as an escalation point between internal teams and external vendors
- Familiarity with vendor risk/compliance screening (insurance, safety program review) and SOC 2 or similar compliance frameworks a plus
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Base range (commensurate with experience) + bonus + sign-on equity grant.
- Long-Term Growth: Eligible to participate in Riot’s equity incentive programs and share in the success you help build.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Incudes a generous company match.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options, including 100% company-paid plans.
- Wellness & Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy free gym memberships, pet insurance, childcare discounts, and more to support your life both in and out of work.
Riot is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in vendor manager jobs.
- 3-5 years of vendor management, procurement, or supply chain experience
- Proficiency with procurement or vendor management platforms such as Coupa, SAP Ariba, or Oracle
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance metrics
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, operations, or a related field
- Experience building and maintaining vendor scorecards and SLA frameworks
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and basic legal terms in vendor agreements
Tips for Your Vendor Manager Job Search
Quantify your supplier performance wins
Hiring managers want to see cost savings, on-time delivery improvements, and vendor scorecards you owned. Replace vague claims with actual outcomes you drove, like reducing supplier lead times or consolidating vendor lists to cut redundancy.
Tailor your resume to the industry vertical
A vendor manager resume for a retailer should highlight SKU management and replenishment cycles, while one for a tech company should emphasize SaaS contract negotiations and SLA enforcement. Swap the lens for each application, not just the job title.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists vendor manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by contract type before you apply
Many vendor manager postings are for indirect spend, direct spend, or IT procurement specifically. Applying to roles that match your category expertise, rather than every opening, puts you in front of hiring managers who need your exact background.
Prepare a vendor negotiation case study
Interviewers for vendor manager roles almost always ask you to walk through a negotiation or a vendor relationship you repaired. Have one concrete story ready that covers the context, your approach, pushback you faced, and the outcome.
Negotiate with the full compensation package in mind
Vendor managers often have access to cost-center budgets and can reference the value of contracts they manage. Use that context when discussing total compensation, focusing on scope of responsibility rather than comparisons to peers.
Vendor Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most vendor managers?
The companies hiring the most vendor managers right now include Amazon, Regions Bank, and Intuit, with the largest share of openings in Washington, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Industries with the highest volume include retail, technology, and healthcare.
How many vendor manager jobs are remote?
About 64% of vendor manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most common in IT vendor management and SaaS procurement roles. Positions tied to physical supply chains, manufacturing, or direct materials sourcing tend to require more on-site presence.
How do you become a vendor manager?
Start by building experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain coordination, where you handle vendor relationships and purchase orders directly. Develop skills in contract negotiation, supplier evaluation, and spend analysis. Earning a certification such as the Certified Professional in Supply Management or Certified Purchasing Professional strengthens your candidacy and signals formal procurement knowledge to hiring teams.
Can you get a vendor manager job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level vendor manager roles exist, particularly at companies with structured procurement programs or in industries actively growing their supply chain teams. Focus on roles titled vendor coordinator, procurement analyst, or purchasing associate to build foundational experience. Highlight any contract review, supplier communication, or spend tracking you have done, even in adjacent roles.
What does the vendor manager interview process look like?
Most vendor manager interviews include an initial recruiter screen followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your procurement background and negotiation approach. A panel or second-round interview often includes a case study or scenario where you walk through resolving a vendor performance issue. Final rounds may involve meeting cross-functional stakeholders such as finance, legal, or operations leads.
Where can I find and apply to vendor manager jobs?
You can find and apply to vendor manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background, industry preference, and level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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