ASSOCIATE VENDOR MANAGER (INTERPRETATION SERVICES)

Position summary:TransPerfect is looking for a proactive, motivated, and performance-driven professional, capable of working inside a team and also individually. As an Associate Vendor Manager within our Interpretation Vendor Management team, your mission will be to expand the company’s network of collaborators by building strong relationships with our industry community. In order to achieve this goal, you will source and find qualified candidates for different types of freelance linguistic tasks worldwide. You will take care of testing, recruitment, rate negotiations, and database updates. Position responsibilities: Screening external candidates and contacting potential resources (interpreters, translators, reviewers, proofreaders, brand captains, etc.)Assist with various tasks within the full cycle of recruitment of linguists from posting job offers to sourcing, interviewing, testing, offers, negotiations and placementsSupport the on-boarding process (setting up the linguist in our system, compilation of documents, assistance with contracts, instructions for the new linguist), ensuring that all on-boarding tasks are handled on timeKeeping an updated database with all the relevant information on linguistsBuilding strong relationships with all vendorsProvide general administrative / Vendor Management-related support Supporting and working closely with Production to facilitate their daily workMaking sure all fronts and resources are maximized for recruitmentKeeping track of all your candidates and their skills for any possible leveragePerform any other special tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role as assigned by the manager/supervisorEssential skills and experience required: Minimum Bachelor´s degree or its equivalentHigh level of oral and written fluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills and confidence when talking to candidates and project managers globally through various means (face-to-face, email, phone, etc.)Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and adapt to changing prioritiesOrganized, performance-driven, innovative, flexible, proactive and with good attention to detail“Own-it” spiritAbility to work to deadlinesTeam player with the ability to work well with people from a variety of different backgrounds and cultures, build relationships with co-workers, candidates and commit to a high level of serviceWorking knowledge of MS OfficeAt least 6 months´ experience in a global company providing recruitment support to various locations internationallyDesired skills and experience:Experience with Social Media for recruitment purposes Degree in Translation, Interpretation, Linguistic studies, or Human ResourcesExperience in the translation industryExperience as a Vendor ManagerTransPerfect and its companies provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local law. We celebrate diversity as one of our core values and we have a clear goal: to be an inclusive workplace where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and do their best work. Together with passionate, creative and collaborative colleagues, we are working to ensure accessibility is for everyone.By applying, I confirm I have read and accept TransPerfect's Privacy Policy: https://www.transperfect.com/about/data-privacy-recruiting