Vendor Management Specialist
Vendor Management Specialist – Juno Beach, FL
About the Role
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Vendor Management Specialist to support end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations. This role focuses on vendor onboarding, master data management, and invoice/payment issue resolution. You will serve as a key liaison between Procurement, Accounts Payable, Vendor Maintenance, and external suppliers, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and timely payment processing.
This is a 12-month contract position based on-site in Juno Beach, FL, working a standard 8-to-5 shift. The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong ERP skills, and a customer-service mindset.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end supplier onboarding in SAP S/4HANA and related procurement systems, ensuring complete and accurate vendor records.
- Collect, validate, and maintain vendor documentation (W-9/W-8, tax IDs, banking details) in compliance with corporate policies.
- Perform ongoing master data updates for banking changes, organizational shifts, and contact information.
- Monitor and reconcile vendor data across ERP and procurement platforms to maintain data integrity.
- Act as the primary contact for vendors and internal teams, resolving onboarding issues, account discrepancies, and payment concerns.
- Review and resolve invoice discrepancies, including purchase-order mismatches, in partnership with Accounts Payable and Procurement.
- Maintain accurate records of vendor interactions and generate reports on onboarding progress and issue resolution for leadership.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, accounts payable, or supply chain operations.
- Strong understanding of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) lifecycle.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP S/4HANA (master data or procurement modules).
- Experience working directly with external suppliers and cross-functional internal teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Office Suite.
- Excellent attention to detail, especially with supplier documentation and data accuracy.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving approach.
Preferred Skills
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field.
- Experience supporting supplier onboarding or vendor master data governance.
- Familiarity with invoice processing and discrepancy resolution workflows.
Company Culture & Benefits
Our client offers a collaborative environment where attention to detail and process improvement are valued. This contract role provides the opportunity to work within a mature P2P operation, gain deeper SAP S/4HANA experience, and contribute to critical vendor management initiatives. Standard shift hours and a professional on-site setting support work-life balance.