Vendor Management Analyst

NVIDIA is the world leader in Accelerated Computing. We are passionate about four markets: Gaming, Automotive, Enterprise Graphics and HPC/Cloud Datacenters; in addition to our traditional OEM business. We are well positioned as the ‘AI Computing Company’, and our GPUs are the brains powering Deep Learning software frameworks, accelerated analytics, big data, modern data centers, and driving autonomous vehicles. You will be joining our on-site team based out of NVIDIA’s Corporate Office in Santa Clara, CA to help us manage our relationships with external vendors. You will be primarily responsible for evaluating new vendors, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date vendor records. You will also work closely with internal partners to understand their needs and expectations.

The ideal candidate has had vendor management operational background with strong analytical and communication skills. This position is best suited for a career-minded accounting professional who is detail oriented and enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

What you’ll be doing:

Vendor Onboarding and updates

• Handle the end-to-end process of vendor onboarding and maintenance, including workflow from initial registration to ERP master records

• Collect and verify data submitted by the supplier

• Conduct thorough due diligence and validation of vendor information, including financial stability, certifications, and legal compliance

• Ensure complete documentation of all process requirements in compliance for vendor activation and maintenance updates

• Act as a liaison between vendors and internal teams to facilitate a smooth onboarding experience

• Deliver training and support to internal users on the system and procedures related to vendor management

System Management

• Resolve any issues related to vendor data or system functionality

• Collaborate with IT, system administrators, and other multi-functional teams to enhance system performance and capabilities

• Identify and recommend improvements to streamline the onboarding process and enhance data accuracy

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure vendor onboarding processes align with internal policies and external regulations

• Monitor onboarding metrics and generate reports to track performance and identify areas for improvement

What we need to see:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or related field, or equivalent experience

• 3+ years of experience in vendor management, procurement, or contract administration

• Proficient in SAP MM, FI, and AP modules

• Experience in using Coupa Supplier Information Management (SIM) module or similar tools

• Superb communication, interpersonal and customer service skills

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Hands on experience automating manual processes and streamlining and accelerating system workflow for vendor enablement in a growth environment

• Demonstrable ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment at fortune 100 companies

• Knowledge of industry-specific and country specific regulations and compliance requirements

• Knowledge of implementing BI-based reporting tools

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and if you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you! As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/.

The base salary range is 80,000 USD - 132,250 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.