Technical Vendor Manager

Job Title: Technical Vendor Manager (TVM)

Type: Freelance/Contract

Duration: 6 months

Start: June

Location: Mexico (Travel required across projects - Up to 50%)

We're supporting a global leader in logistics, fulfilment, and automation technology in their search for a Technical Vendor Manager (TVM) to support the expansion of their fulfilment network across Mexico.

This is a hands-on role focused on vendor management, project delivery, and stakeholder coordination across large-scale Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and warehouse automation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end technical vendor relationships across MHE and automation projects
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Project Delivery teams to ensure successful project execution
• Oversee equipment delivery schedules and supplier performance
• Drive cost, quality, schedule, and process improvement initiatives
• Identify and mitigate project risks, delays, and delivery challenges
• Lead technical reviews and support key project decision-making
• Develop strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Support CAPEX project delivery across multiple sites in Mexico

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field
• Proven experience in Vendor Management, Program Management, or Engineering Project Management
• Background within logistics, warehouse automation, fulfilment, manufacturing, or MHE environments
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Fluent English and Spanish
• Comfortable travelling across Mexico (up to 50%)

Desirable Experience

• Automation, robotics, or material handling systems
• Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies
• Process improvement and operational optimisation
• Multi-vendor and fast-paced project environments