Remote Vendor Relations & Contracts Specialist

R.W. Mercer Co.; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); Remote; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Hybrid work options

Onsite work options

Job summary

R.W. Mercer Co. seeks a resourceful Vendor Relations Specialist for a full-time contract role to foster positive vendor partnerships, manage contracts, and support procurement efficiency. The role emphasizes negotiation, relationship-building, and process improvement.

The successful candidate will coordinate onboarding, monitor performance, and collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to ensure compliance and reporting. Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in business, supply chain, procurement, or related field.
• 2–4 years in vendor management, procurement, supply chain, or contract administration.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience handling contracts, purchase orders, and procurement processes.
• Proficiency with vendor management software, MS Office, and online collaboration tools.
• Ability to interpret and draft simple contract terms and agreements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for vendor communications and relationship management.
• Coordinate and manage vendor onboarding, compliance, and due diligence processes.
• Track and review vendor performance, resolve issues, and drive improvements.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and agreements to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Maintain detailed records of contracts, agreements, and communications with vendors.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and supporting procurement documentation.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, pricing, and quality of service during selection.
• Resolve disputes or non-compliance issues with vendors promptly.
• Collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to meet goals and compliance.
• Stay up-to-date with market trends, product offerings, and supply chain developments.
• Prepare regular vendor reports, performance summaries, and leadership recommendations.
• Support vendor audits and ensure documentation for reporting and compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor relations

Communication

Contract management

Analytical thinking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelors in business or related field

Tools

Vendor management software

MS Office

Online collaboration tools

Job description

R.W. Mercer Co. seeks a resourceful Vendor Relations Specialist for a full-time contract role to foster positive vendor partnerships, manage contracts, and support procurement efficiency. The role emphasizes negotiation, relationship-building, and process improvement.

The successful candidate will coordinate onboarding, monitor performance, and collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to ensure compliance and reporting. Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options are available.