About the Role
Join CBRE as a Vendor Management Leader, where you will manage transformative outsourcing and insourcing initiatives and play a critical role in the performance and governance of CBRE's external service providers. You will partner with senior leaders and BPO suppliers to optimize processes, strengthen compliance, streamline costs, and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across Finance and Operations.
This role leads the complete vendor lifecycle-from contracting and performance management to operational governance and continuous improvement-while supporting value creation across the enterprise.
Please Note
Starting compensation for this position ranges between $115,000-$124,000 annually.
This position is bonus eligible.
This is a location-independent (remote) role.
What You'll Do
Vendor Strategy & Relationship Leadership
Build and maintain strong relationships with CBRE leadership teams and suppliers.
Partner with vendors to scale capabilities and ensure alignment with evolving business needs.
Act as the primary escalation contact for service issues, delivery risks, and partner concerns.
Contracting, RFPs & Commercial Governance
Coordinate RFPs, supplier qualification, pricing reviews, and contract negotiations.
Serve as final reviewer/approver for contracts, renewals, amendments, and change requests.
Ensure contractual compliance and maintain audit-ready documentation.
Outsourcing Governance & Transition Management
Lead the end-to-end outsourcing lifecycle, including onboarding, transitions, and delivery stabilization.
Maintain and enhance Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans.
Ensure vendors meet contractual commitments and delivery timelines.
Supplier Performance & Issue Management
Define performance objectives and track SLA/KPI compliance across service towers.
Participate in ongoing governance reviews and manage issue remediation.
Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective action plans.
Operational Excellence & Innovation
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce cost-to-serve.
Leverage AI and automation tools to enhance reporting, vendor oversight, and portfolio governance.
Proactively resolve contractual, operational, and financial issues.
Financial Management
Align budgets, forecasts, and cost allocation frameworks with leadership expectations.
Ensure accurate vendor financial planning, approvals, and oversight of spend.
Team Leadership
Provide supervision, coaching, and development opportunities to team members.
Promote a culture of accountability, high performance, and operational rigor.
What You'll Need
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 5-8 years in vendor management, outsourcing governance, or related fields.
Preferred certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP, aCOP, SRM Practitioner.
Experience managing outsourced service delivery and SLA/KPI-based performance.
Understanding of Finance Operations processes (P2P, RTR, OTC preferred).
Strong contract and business terminology knowledge.
Ability to analyze complex documents, resolve sensitive issues, and communicate effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with automation or analytics tools preferred.
Ability to travel as required.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
Disclaimers
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
About CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com .
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Vendor Management Leader position is $115,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Vendor Management Leader position is $124,000. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
