Strategic Vendor Relations Partner (Remote/Hybrid)

R.W. Mercer Co.; Alexander City (AL); Hybride; USD 108 000 - 132 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote options

Hybrid work options

Onsite options

Professional development

Career advancement

Résumé du poste

R.W. Mercer Co. seeks a resourceful Vendor Relations Specialist for a full-time contract role. You will be the main liaison with vendors, manage onboarding, due diligence, and performance reviews, and negotiate terms to maximize value while minimizing risk.

You will collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to ensure compliance and effective supplier performance. This role offers remote, hybrid, or onsite options and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in vendor management, procurement, supply chain, or contract administration.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with vendor management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and online collaboration tools.
• Ability to interpret and draft simple contract terms and agreements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work independently or in a team in a dynamic environment.

Responsabilités

• Serve as the main point of contact for vendor communications, inquiries, and relationship management.
• Coordinate and manage vendor onboarding, compliance, and due diligence processes.
• Track and review vendor performance, resolve issues, and facilitate performance 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 as required.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, pricing, and quality of service during the selection process.
• Investigate and resolve disputes or non-compliance issues with vendors in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal teams—including procurement, legal, and finance—to ensure procurement goals and compliance requirements are met.
• Stay up-to-date with market trends, product offerings, and supply chain developments.
• Prepare regular vendor reports, performance summaries, and recommendations for leadership.
• Support vendor audits and ensure accurate documentation for reporting and compliance.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship-building

Vendor management software

Microsoft Office

Online collaboration tools

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Procurement

Outils

Vendor management software

Microsoft Office

Online collaboration tools

Description du poste

R.W. Mercer Co. seeks a resourceful Vendor Relations Specialist for a full-time contract role. You will be the main liaison with vendors, manage onboarding, due diligence, and performance reviews, and negotiate terms to maximize value while minimizing risk.

You will collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to ensure compliance and effective supplier performance. This role offers remote, hybrid, or onsite options and opportunities for professional development.