Who we are At Twilio, weâre shaping the future of communications, all from the comfort of our homes. We deliver innovative solutions to hundreds of thousands of businesses and empower millions of developers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences. Our dedication to remote-first work , and strong culture of connection and global inclusion means that no matter your location, youâre part of a vibrant team with diverse experiences making a global impact each day. As we continue to revolutionize how the world interacts, weâre acquiring new skills and experiences that make work feel truly rewarding. Your career at Twilio is in your hands. . Hiring and how we work We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help make our hiring process efficient. That said, every hiring decision is made by real Twilions! Also, while we are a remote-first company, you may be asked to report in person on an ad-hoc basis for team gatherings, functional off-sites or customer meetings. . See yourself at Twilio Join the team as Twilioâs next Senior Manager, Accounts Payable About the job This position is needed as Twilio continues to grow rapidly. As the Senior Manager, Accounts Payable, you will oversee Twilioâs global Accounts Payable function, leading operational execution and process excellence across vendor disbursements, expense management, and AP support. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of International Accounting, you will play a critical role in scaling our finance operations, driving automation, ensuring compliance, and supporting both organic and inorganic growth. Responsibilities In this role, youâll: Lead the daily operations of global Accounts Payable, vendor disbursements, expense management, and credit card reconciliations. Manage and mentor a high performing AP team, setting clear KPIs, performance benchmarks, and professional development plans. Oversee month-end close activities for AP, including sub-ledger to GL reconciliat
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Job description
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.
The Community you will join:
The Enterprise Operations team is responsible for vetting and improving Homes, Services, Experiences and Hotels supply on Airbnb. Our team runs up to 30 programs at a time across 4 vendor teams. The agent work is a wide variety of data annotation, host outreach, AI assessment and listing vetting, with both permanent and short (2-4 week) initiatives. As a Vendor Performance Manager, you will be the primary operational owner for strategic vendor relationships critical to scaling and managing our quality and vetting programs.
The difference you will make:
You will be responsible for ensuring our vendors meet and exceed service level agreements (SLAs), drive continuous performance improvement, and maintain strict adherence to Airbnbâs quality standards. This role requires a strong blend of analytical rigor, negotiation skills, and a passion for operational excellence within a global vendor network.
A Typical Day:
Performance Management & Reporting
- KPI & SLA Oversight: Own the end-to-end performance of key operational vendors, developing, tracking, and reporting on critical metrics related to quality, efficiency, compliance, and cost.
- Data Analysis: Conduct deep-dive analysis on vendor data to identify root causes of performance gaps, service failures, and emerging trends. Translate complex data into actionable insights for both internal stakeholders and vendor leadership.
- Operational Process Optimization: Maximize effectiveness by streamlining workflows, optimizing reporting, and ensuring data accuracy to boost internal operational efficiency.
- Establish Scalable Infrastructure: Proactively architect scalable operations for all new initiatives and pilots. Partner with planning teams to ensure vendor capacity is fully aligned with short-term and long-term business forecasts.
- Business Reviews: Lead and facilitate business reviews with vendor partners, driving accountability and documenting clear action plans for improvement and growth.
- Forecasting & Capacity: Partner with internal planning teams to ensure vendor capacity aligns with short-term and long-term business forecasts.
Strategic Partnerships & Improvement
- Continuous Improvement: Identify, scope, and lead process improvement projects with vendors, focusing on enhancing quality, reducing operational friction, and improving the overall host experience.
- Contract Adherence: Ensure vendors strictly comply with all contractual agreements, security requirements, and policy updates.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and mitigate operational and compliance risks within the vendor ecosystem.
Internal Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the operational liaison between vendors and internal teams (e.g., Program Managers, Product, Policy, Legal, Training, Finance).
- Synthesize vendor feedback and performance to inform product and policy development.
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership on vendor performance and impact.
Your Expertise:
- 10-18 years of professional experience, with at least 5 or more years focused on vendor management, supplier relationship management, or outsourced operations performance in a high-volume, global environment.
- Strong Analytical Skills: Proven ability to analyze large datasets, synthesize performance trends, and use data tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, SQL proficiency strongly preferred) to drive decisions.
- Technology & CRM Proficiency: Deep working knowledge of CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce, Airtable) and enablement tools (training, QA) to optimize processes and efficiency.
- Operational Excellence: Deep understanding of contact center operations, quality assurance methodologies, and process improvement frameworks (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
- Communication & Influence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
- Project Management: Experience managing complex operational projects with clear timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional dependencies.
Preferred -
- Experience in the Tech, Travel, or Gig/Sharing Economy sectors.
- Familiarity with two-sided marketplace dynamics and the complexities of host/guest support.
- Experience launching new programs or standing up operations with a vendor from scratch.
Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging
Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
How We'll Take Care of You:
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is inclusive of allowances and is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus or incentives, one or more equity programs, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.
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