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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 15d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Preferred Partner Manager is responsible for the end-to-end performance, financial outcomes, and strategic growth of a national network of over 50 vendor partners. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, optimizing service delivery, and ensuring operational compliance across the organization.
Requirements
Candidates must have 6–10 years of experience in vendor management, operations, logistics, or procurement. A bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred.
Full job description
The Manager – Preferred Partner Services is the single accountable owner of the Preferred Partner network, responsible for end-to-end performance including service delivery, vendor economics, team leadership, and scalability.
This role leads and optimizes a national network of 50+ vendor partners, ranging from small local operators to large, multi-market service providers. The Preferred Partner network represents the largest and most complex operational segment within LES, encompassing vendor management, service execution, financial performance, and system workflows.
The Manager is accountable for financial outcomes, including cost management, margin optimization, KPI development, and executive-level reporting.
Additionally, the Manager plays a critical leadership role in scaling the network to support growth, developing vendor strategies, and partnering cross-functionally to align operations with broader company objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Ownership & Strategy
Own the performance of the Preferred Partner network, including service delivery, vendor quality, and operational efficiency
Develop and execute vendor network strategy, including sourcing, segmentation, and coverage optimization
Identify and pursue opportunities to improve cost structure, service levels, and scalability
Support company growth initiatives by ensuring the network can scale effectively to meet increasing demand
Financial Leadership & Accountability
Own the financial delivery of the Preferred Partner network against annual operating plan, including cost control, revenue realization, and margin contribution
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of billing, accounts payable, and month-end close processes
Drive KPI development and reporting to monitor operational and financial performance
Partner with Finance and Pricing teams to influence vendor pricing strategies, contract structures, and margin optimization initiatives
Maintain audit readiness and ensure compliance with internal financial controls
Vendor Strategy & Management
Lead vendor sourcing, onboarding, and performance management across all partner tiers
Establish vendor segmentation strategy, including strategic and transactional partners
Own vendor contract negotiations and commercial frameworks aligned to service delivery and margin objectives
Ensure vendor compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and safety practices
Proactively manage vendor performance with a review cadence that includes defined KPIs, scorecards, and accountability mechanisms
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, develop, and scale a team of Vendor Operations Coordinators with end-to-end vendor management responsibilities
Oversee hiring, training, performance management, and career development of team members
Establish clear performance expectations, KPIs, and accountability structures
Foster a high-performance, solution-oriented team culture aligned with company objectives
Ensure team capacity and structure scale with business growth and operational complexity
Operations & Service Delivery
Ensure reliable and consistent service execution across all customer locations
Oversee onboarding and rollout of new customer territories, ensuring vendor readiness and operational success
Implement and maintain scalable processes for service delivery, scheduling, and issue resolution
Ensure effective escalation management for critical service disruptions and vendor performance issues
Drive continuous improvement in operational workflows and execution efficiency
Define and enforce service quality standards across the vendor network, including field performance expectations and validation mechanisms
Establish and maintain operational control processes, including data integrity standards, vendor audit practices, and process compliance mechanisms to ensure consistent execution across the network
Cross-Functional Leadership
Serve as the primary point of accountability for the Preferred Partner function across Sales, Pricing, IT, Customer Service, Billing, and Operations
Lead cross-functional alignment efforts with the Sales and Pricing teams to align vendor strategy with customer needs and growth opportunities
Collaborate with IT to define and implement systems, reporting tools, and automation initiatives that enhance scalability and visibility
Support enterprise initiatives through data-driven insights and operational expertise
Reporting & Compliance
Ensure accuracy and completeness of all required reporting, including key customer programs (e.g., Walmart UCO)
Maintain and manage pricing data, rebate structures, and program reporting requirements
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, contractual, and internal policy requirements
Deliver timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and external customers
Knowledge and Skills:
Strong leadership and people management capabilities with a focus on team development and performance
Advanced analytical and financial acumen, including experience managing cost structures and KPIs
Proven ability to manage complex vendor networks and external partnerships
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Education and Experience:
6–10 years of experience in vendor management, operations, logistics, procurement, or related field
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
Prior experience managing teams and leading cross-functional initiatives required
Liquid Environmental Solutions - the largest, exclusively non-hazardous US wastewater collection and disposal company, is known for innovation and leadership in protecting customers from liability and ensuring regulatory compliance, while minimizing their environmental footprint. Focused exclusively on servicing customers’ non-hazardous liquid waste needs, Liquid Environmental Solutions collects, treats and beneficially recovers materials from a wide variety of waste sources, including grease traps, used cooking oil, grit traps, oil water separators, industrial and manufacturing waste for the restaurant and hospitality, automotive maintenance, manufacturing, power plant, petrochemical and ship-building and repair industries, as well as waste collection companies. With over 700 team members, a state of the art fleet of more than 360 vacuum trucks, 99 collection branches, and 78,000+ customer locations served, Liquid Environmental Solutions is positioned to meet customers’ diverse liquid waste needs throughout the United States.
Offices: 7651 Esters Blvd, Suite 200, Irving, TX 75063, US
Liquid Environmental Solutions - the largest, exclusively non-hazardous US wastewater collection and disposal company, is known for innovation and leadership in protecting customers from liability and ensuring regulatory compliance, while minimizing their environmental footprint. Focused exclusively on servicing customers’ non-hazardous liquid waste needs, Liquid Environmental Solutions collects, treats and beneficially recovers materials from a wide variety of waste sources, including grease traps, used cooking oil, grit traps, oil water separators, industrial and manufacturing waste for the restaurant and hospitality, automotive maintenance, manufacturing, power plant, petrochemical and ship-building and repair industries, as well as waste collection companies. With over 700 team members, a state of the art fleet of more than 360 vacuum trucks, 99 collection branches, and 78,000+ customer locations served, Liquid Environmental Solutions is positioned to meet customers’ diverse liquid waste needs throughout the United States.
Offices: 7651 Esters Blvd, Suite 200, Irving, TX 75063, US