This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Vendor Management / Associate Director based in Chile.

Take the lead in shaping vendor management and strategic outsourcing within an international pharmaceutical and life sciences environment. In this senior role, you will develop a centralized vendor strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and ensure external services meet rigorous quality, compliance, and performance standards. You will oversee the complete vendor lifecycle, from sourcing and qualification to contract negotiations, governance, and ongoing performance management. Working across commercial, operational, financial, legal, and quality teams, you will drive cost optimization, mitigate risks, and improve operational efficiency. You will also lead continuous improvement initiatives, implement scalable processes, and support the development of a high-performing vendor management function.



This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to patient safety while building trusted partnerships across a growing international business.

Accountabilities:
- Develop and implement a centralized vendor management and procurement strategy across business units, aligned with organizational priorities and long-term growth.
- Build and maintain strategic vendor partnerships that support business objectives, service quality, and reliable delivery.
- Contribute to senior management discussions, strategic planning, and decisions concerning outsourcing and external service providers.
- Serve as the senior escalation point for vendor disputes, performance concerns, and other supplier-related issues.
- Oversee the full vendor lifecycle, including sourcing, qualification, evaluation, onboarding, performance management, governance, and offboarding.
- Maintain comprehensive oversight of approved, preferred, and prospective vendors, ensuring the supplier network remains appropria

📌 Head of Vendor Management (Santiago)
🏢 Jobgether
📍 Santiago