Life Space Digital is hiring a Vendor Strategy Manager to drive installation cost efficiency and strategic deployment planning for all display installations nationwide. You will act as the bridge between Business Development, Customer Success, and Field Operations, leading vendor sourcing and negotiations to achieve aggressive cost targets.

What You'll Do

Engage with Business Development teams as deals near close in key markets.
Launch RFQs to multiple OEMs and independent service providers to secure competitive bids.
Assess target properties to identify available, qualified elevator service providers and independent contractors.
Map access constraints, scheduling windows, and site readiness factors to support planning.
Develop comprehensive quoting plans and cost summaries for BD addendums.
Lead direct negotiation with elevator service vendors, electricians, and ISPs to achieve or exceed target ≤ $500 per display installed.
Ensure all proposals are competitive and transparent while driving a cost-reduction roadmap.
Integrate elevator service work with routine elevator maintenance cycles to minimize disruption.
Consolidate installation activities geographically to benefit from route-based efficiency.
Coordinate with Field Ops and Customer Success to align route planning, building access logistics, and installation timing.
Maintain a live cost-tracking dashboard by market and by configuration type.
Deliver quarterly business-ready metrics on average install cost, plan accuracy, and pre-deal turnaround times.
Ensure high installation quality through accuracy of plans and adherence to approved specifications.
Collaborate with cross-functional leadership to standardize templates for quotes, cost tracking, and benchmarking.
Help establish a multi-region framework for future negotiator hires as the company scales.
Act as central point of contact for all vendor-related communications.
Track vendor performance against Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators using standardized scorecards.
Implement improvement plans for underperforming vendors.

What We're Looking For

5-7 years of relevant experience in the elevator industry, including service, vendor management, modernization, or project management.
Proven ability to negotiate with multiple vendors and manage cost strategies in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC).
Working knowledge of applicable elevator and public safety codes.
Working knowledge of building systems and access coordination.
Strong understanding of the industry relationship map: property managers → building owners/REITs → elevator contractors → electrical subcontractors → maintenance technicians.
Strong commercial and analytical skills to turn quotes, timelines, and technical data into actionable plans.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be comfortable presenting to executives and property stakeholders.
Proficiency in project management and vendor tracking tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, or similar platforms).