3rd Party Vendor Manager

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<div>Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting &amp; Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. </div>
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<p> </p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About the Team</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports &amp; entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.</span></p>
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<h1><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Manager, 3rd Party Vendor Management</strong></span></h1>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> New York, NY</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Job Overview</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are seeking a strategic and operationally strong <strong>Manager, 3rd Party Vendor Management</strong> to oversee the end-to-end management of trading card printing and manufacturing vendors. This role will be responsible for managing day-to-day vendor operations, production execution, and vendor performance to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Manager will lead vendor lifecycle activities from bid evaluation through final production delivery while driving continuous improvement across vendor performance, operational processes, and cross-functional collaboration. This role will also manage day-to-day coordination through partnership with the Associate, ensuring smooth execution across multiple production partners in a fast-paced environment.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></h2>
<h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Vendor Strategy &amp; Relationship Management</strong></span></h3>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Oversee bid evaluation processes, ensuring competitive pricing, capacity alignment, and quality standards.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage vendor scope of work, service expectations, and contract adherence.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and maintain strong relationships with key production partners and act as the primary escalation point for vendor issues.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support vendor segmentation and strategic partner development.</span></li>
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<h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Production Oversight &amp; Operational Governance</strong></span></h3>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Oversee production planning and vendor capacity across trading card manufacturing partners.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure production timelines are achievable and risks are proactively managed.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide escalation support for timing, quality, or operational issues that impact delivery.</span></li>
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<h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Vendor Performance Management</strong></span></h3>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Own vendor KPI frameworks including quality, on-time and in-full (OTIF) performance, responsiveness, and cost efficiency.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Create quarterly business reviews (QBRs) materials with vendors.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive accountability and improvement plans for underperforming vendors.</span></li>
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<h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Cross-Functional Leadership</strong></span></h3>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with Product, Project Management, Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Logistics teams to align production planning and delivery expectations.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure cross-functional dependencies are proactively managed across the production lifecycle.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support strategic planning for upcoming releases, volume forecasting, and capacity planning.</span></li>
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<h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Process Improvement &amp; Vendor Operations</strong></span></h3>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Identify operational inefficiencies and implement scalable vendor management processes.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop tools, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to track vendor performance and operational health.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to manufacturing, vendor operations, and production workflows.</span></li>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></h2>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">3-6+ years of experience in vendor management, print production, supply chain, or manufacturing environments.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience managing third-party manufacturing or production vendors required.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong analytical and operational problem-solving skills with advanced Excel or data analysis capabilities.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives and vendor performance management.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong communication and negotiation skills.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience in trading cards, collectibles, or CPG production environments is a plus.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed (up to ~25%).</span></li>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 12pt;"><em>Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at </em><a href="http://www.fanaticsinc.com/careers"><span class="s2"><em>www.fanaticsinc.com/careers</em></span></a></span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. This salary range is specific to New York City and may not be applicable to other locations. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training. For information about our benefits, please visit <a href="https://benefitsatfanatics.com/">https://benefitsatfanatics.com/</a></p></div><div class="title">NYC Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$105,600</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$132,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>By submitting your application, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our <a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ff494b9931735466ce28d5b/t/69de53bde2c02c25e9c38758/1776178110037/Candidate+Privacy+Policy+April+2026.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate Privacy Policy.</a></p></div>

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