Vendor Management Business Analyst

This is a 6 month fixed-term assignment

Primarily remote. Occasional visits to the Quincy MA headquarters if logically possible. Candidate must reside in New England.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Vendor Management Business Analyst (6 month fixed-term assignment) supports the Program Director and Vendor Manager in sourcing evaluating onboarding and managing vendors across the organization. This role serves as a key liaison for vendor relationships ensuring performance compliance and alignment with business needs. Responsibilities include leading the vendor evaluation and selection process supporting contract negotiations and maintaining accurate vendor documentation and performance records.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop implement and maintain vendor management policies procedures and standards.

• Support indirect sourcing teams in evaluating vendor capabilities service levels and commercial terms.

• Monitor daytoday vendor performance against contractual obligations KPIs and SLAs.

• Lead vendor evaluations scorecards and assessment activities to ensure quality cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.

• Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships serving as a primary point of contact.

• Identify and escalate operational issues risks or performance concerns.

• Coordinate crossfunctionally with Procurement Finance Operations and other business units to ensure streamlined vendor engagement.

• Maintain accurate uptodate records of vendor agreements certifications and compliance documentation.

• Advise Indirect Sourcing to ensure preventive maintenance programs and SLAs are included in contracts.

• Support smooth vendor transitions renewals and offboarding processes.

• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the vendor management program.

• Perform additional duties as required to meet business needs and uphold company values.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree preferred.
  

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Strong understanding of business operations procurement or vendor management best practices.

• Experience managing budgets schedules and vendor relationships.

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite.

• Experience with any of the following preferred but not required:

  • Service Channel

  • VMDM

  • Coupa

• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

ABOUT CBES

City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Utilizing our vast array of in-house resources CBES experts tackle the most challenging projects from inception to completion including project design engineering construction and commissioning. Our integrated team provides unique value serving our clients and our climate.

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK AT CBES

CBES is part of a global network of leading professional services infrastructure management and data-driven sustainability solutions firms forstarters. We offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.

We dont just hire anyone at CBES; were looking for team members with a deep sense of responsibility an ability to collaborate a desire to learn and grow a willingness to always lend a helping hand.

When you join CBES youre committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-classes training or our Leadership Development framework CBES cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon.

Wondering if this is the place for you to take the next step in your career If you put clients first care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other this is the place for you!

So if youre ready to get started lets go!

CBES is An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.