Vendor Management Specialist II at Cision

, , India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vendor Management, Data Analysis, Financial Reporting, Quality Control, KPI Reporting, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Collaboration, Process Improvement, Excel Proficiency, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Engagement, Contract Compliance, Performance Tracking, Reporting Tools

Industry

Public Relations and Communications Services

Description

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. Job Summary: The position is responsible for supporting vendor management activities related to performance tracking, spend analysis, and process administration. The role ensures accurate reporting, data integrity, and adherence to established policies and procedures. This position collaborates with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver reliable insights that support business decisions and continuous improvement in vendor performance. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Collect and validate vendor data and financial reporting to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness. Perform quality control reviews of vendor invoices and supporting documentation to verify compliance with contractual terms and service levels. Support the preparation of vendor scorecards, KPI reports, and dashboards for leadership review. Partners with vendors to ensure the implementation of and adherence to required reporting practices. Partner with Finance, Procurement, and Operations to resolve vendor data discrepancies and process gaps. Contribute to the continuous improvement of vendor management reporting tools and processes. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to support business needs. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Operations, or related field, or equivalent experience. Typically, 2–4 years of relevant experience in vendor management, procurement, or financial/operational analysis. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with data systems and reporting tools. Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. French langue proficiency will be an added advantage. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a shared services or outsourcing environment. Knowledge of vendor performance management and governance frameworks. Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or project management methodologies. As a global leader in PR, marketing and social media management technology and intelligence, Cision helps brands and organizations to identify, connect and engage with customers and stakeholders to drive business results. PR Newswire, a network of over 1.1 billion influencers, in-depth monitoring, analytics and its Brandwatch and Falcon.io social media platforms headline a premier suite of solutions. Cision has offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA and APAC. For more information about Cision's award-winning solutions, including its next-gen Cision Communications Cloud®, visit www.cision.com and follow @Cision on Twitter. Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com. Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses. Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr.support@cision.com Please review our Global Candidate Data Privacy Statement to learn about Cision’s commitment to protecting personal data collected during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

The position is responsible for supporting vendor management activities related to performance tracking, spend analysis, and process administration. This role ensures accurate reporting, data integrity, and adherence to established policies and procedures.