Vendor management is part of your overall project management strategy, so it ties into other aspects of developing a project. You need supplies and equipment on hand before you can engage in resource management within the company, for example.
Vendor contract management is writing up, negotiating, and finalizing vendor contracts. It examines every aspect of supplier agreements, such as how the documents are stored and tracked, who can sign and verify purchases, and any key provisions that must be included.
By effectively managing vendor contracts, you can maximize profitability and performance by getting the quality of service and efficiency from suppliers as was agreed upon in the underlying contract. You can also ensure vendor projects stay on time and within budget with regular monitoring.
Contract management concerns the 'contract execution' and 'contract termination & evaluation' phases (under the slogan: 'you can only manage a contract if it exists'). Supplier management on the other hand involves the entire contract lifecycle, from determination of needs to contract termination.
Write the contract in six steps Start with a contract template. Open with the basic information. Describe in detail what you have agreed to. Include a description of how the contract will be ended. Write into the contract which laws apply and how disputes will be resolved. Include space for signatures.
Creating a vendor contract Step 1: Specify business terms. The first part of each vendor contract usually outlines the business terms including. Step 2: Outline legal concepts. This section usually begins with the representations and warranties section. Step 3: Address consequences.