• Develop and implement a comprehensive vendor management framework to standardize onboarding, performance evaluation, risk management, and compliance tracking.

• Identify, qualify, and onboard new vendors aligned with strategic business goals, diversification needs, and emerging market trends.

• Lead contract negotiations with a focus on long-term value creation, risk mitigation, and strategic alignment.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

• Ensure all vendor relationships maintain optimal terms for pricing, and service-level agreements (SLAs)

• Monitor vendor performance, conduct regular reviews, and implement corrective actions when needed.

• Collaborate with legal and product compliance teams to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

• Lead the product development lifecycle from concept through launch, in collaboration with design and product teams.

• Manage timelines, resources, and budgets for new product initiatives.

• Ensure products meet quality standards, market requirements, and brand positioning.

• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent execution.

• Creates and maintains the Snow Commerce product roadmap aligned with revenue and margin targets.

• Defines product assortment utilizing the a best in class vendor network.

• Analyzes unit economics to ensure our pricing strategy delivers company margin goals and are market competitive.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Product Development or related field

• 5+ years of experience in vendor management, sourcing, or product development

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects and meet deadlines.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

• Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel.