Vendor Manager

Are you ready for a key role in which you are the central link between vendors and internal teams in multiple countries? As a Vendor Manager, you fulfill an essential connecting function and combine strategy and execution: from business plans and pricing strategy to strengthening our teams with your market knowledge.

In this role, you will be an ambassador for the vendors you monitor and will be the first point of contact both internally and externally.

You will be part of a close-knit team in an international, dynamic work environment where initiative and collaboration are key.

Kappa Data is an ambitious and independent Value Added Distributor, specialising in Infrastructure, (Cyber) Security and the Internet of Things. From our head office in De Pinte (Belgium) and with branches in the Netherlands, France and Poland, we work with around 100 colleagues every day to further grow our organization.

In a world where data is growing exponentially and everything is connected, we provide smart, secure, and user-friendly solutions.

Technology is our strength, but it is our people who make the difference and are the driving force behind our growth. Ready to join us?

Apply today for the position of Vendor Manager at Kappa Data!

What does your day-to-day job look like

TASKS

As Vendor Manager, you are the glue between the vendor and our internal organization.

You are the single point of contact (SPOC) for vendors and internal teams such as sales, business development managers, marketing, and the technical team.

You are internationally responsible for:

• Creating and monitoring the business plan for the vendors in your portfolio.
• Monitoring market developments relating to the vendors and sharing knowledge about the vendors with our internal teams.
• Monitoring the pre-sales process together with the technical team.
• An optimal pricing strategy.
• Developing sales collateral based on the business and action plans.
• Stock management together with the purchasing team.
• Contract management.
• Leading certification processes internally and at customers.
• Managing the vendor portal.

PROFILE

We are looking for enthusiastic talent, driven by knowledge and with a passion for technology:

• You are skilled at developing vendor business plans and translating them into concrete actions together with the various teams.
• You are passionate about technology, enjoy learning the ins and outs of technological solutions, and can translate that knowledge into commercial opportunities.
• You are the driving force behind building and maintaining relationships, both internally and externally.
• You are accurate, customer-focused, and professional.
• You are interested in IT (cybersecurity, IoT, networks) or are willing to learn more about it.
• You have organizational skills and enjoy working with colleagues.
• You are fluent in Dutch and have a very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written. A good knowledge of French is an advantage.

Above all, you have the ambition and drive to help build our story!

OFFER

What can we offer you?

• An exciting position in a dynamic, growing organization with a focus on added value and technological expertise.
• A varied and challenging job in the exciting world of cyber security, networks, and IoT.
• A competitive salary package with fringe benefits and a cafeteria plan, including a laptop, mobile phone, and a fully electric car, so you can work comfortably and sustainably.

Who is Kappa Data?

Kappa Data is an official distributor of IT security, IT infrastructure, and IoT solutions, focusing on specialized IT and technology resellers.

In addition to selling technology vendor solutions, Kappa Data offers a wide range of services: training, assistance with IT configurations, pre- and post-sales support, marketing support, and more.

Are you eager to get started? Then be sure to contact us at [email protected].

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