Supplier Engagement Specialist

United Site Services, Inc; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 67,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

401(k) with employer match

Employee Discounts

Job summary

United Site Services, Idaho-based, seeks a Supplier Engagement Specialist to manage the vendor database and ensure smooth supplier operations. You will represent USS and work with Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable to maintain records and enforce policy compliance.

You will handle onboarding/offboarding, data integrity, and reporting while supporting negotiations and supplier relationships. This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in procurement and supply chain management, particularly in roles with direct reports.
• In-depth industry knowledge and understanding of sourcing dynamics for fleet, fencing, trailers, and facility items a must.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation skills and proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies for significant cost savings.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on cross-functional alignment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and procurement software and tools.
• Proactive, well-organized, and results-oriented with the ability to participate in multiple projects simultaneously to achieve operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vendor data in the company ERP system.
• Audit the vendor database and update essential information as needed.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of vendor data.
• Facilitate vendor onboarding and ensure documentation is completed.
• Coordinate with Strategic Sourcing and Procurement to understand needs for new vendors.
• Manage vendor offboarding processes.
• Adjust payment terms in the ERP system as directed by Procurement or Finance.
• Ensure compliance with payment terms and internal controls.
• Serve as the operational contact point for supplier queries.
• Provide data to assist in supplier negotiations and relationship management.
• Resolve operational and administrative issues related to suppliers.
• Generate vendor status, compliance, and performance reports.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

Vendor management

Negotiation

Cross-functional

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Procurement software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in management/finance/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement software

Job description

About USS

United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers’ project and event success. Our deep industry expertise, excellence in process management, and dedication to corporate responsibility are pillars of our value proposition; each supported by tangible, best-practice programs.

Our success is fueled by the dedication and collaboration of our diverse team, which includes field technicians, customer care representatives, sales professionals, and functional experts. Each member of our team plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless and reliable experience for our customers.

By joining United Site Services, you will be part of an organization that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and excellence in every aspect of our business.

Primary Purpose

The Supplier Engagement Specialist is responsible for the operational management of United Site Services’ (USS) vendor database, including the maintenance, updating, and inactivation of vendor records.

This position will represent USS and serves as a key operational link between the Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable departments, ensuring smooth supplier-related operations and compliance with internal policies.

Essential Functions

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor data in the company's ERP system
• Regularly audit the vendor database to inactivate outdated vendor accounts and update essential information as needed
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of vendor data
• Facilitate the operational aspects of the vendor onboarding process, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed and processed in accordance with the USS Vendor Onboarding Policy
• Coordinate with Strategic Sourcing and Procurement to understand the needs and criteria for new vendors
• Manage the offboarding process for vendors no longer used by the company
• Adjust payment terms in the ERP system as directed by Procurement or Finance departments
• Ensure compliance with payment terms and internal financial controls
• Serve as the operational contact point for supplier-related queries from Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable
• Provide support and data to assist in supplier negotiations and relationship management.
• Help resolve operational and administrative issues related to suppliers
• Generate reports on vendor status, compliance, and performance metrics as required by
• Procurement and Strategic Sourcing teams
• Assist in the analysis of vendor data to support Procurement strategies and decision-making
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Preferred 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in management, finance, business, or a similar area
• 3
• Strategic sourcing and procurement

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven track record in procurement and supply chain management, particularly in roles with direct reports
• In-depth industry knowledge and understanding of sourcing dynamics for fleet, fencing, trailers, and facility items a must
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong negotiation skills and proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies for significant cost savings
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on cross-functional alignment
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and procurement software and tools
• Proactive, well-organized, and results-oriented with the ability to participate in multiple projects simultaneously to achieve operational excellence

Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sit while answering phones or reply to emails
• Constant
• Use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls
• Frequent
• Repeat the same movements when entering data
• Frequent
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Frequent
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand
• Frequent
• Understand the speech of another person
• Frequent
• Focus on one source of sound and ignore others
• Frequent
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
• Frequent
• See differences between colors, shades and brightness
• Frequent

Benefits Summary

All full-time employees working an average of 30 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off (pro-rated for Part-Time employees)
• Medical/Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Employee Basic Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Employee Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Spousal Life
• Voluntary Dependent Life
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness
• Commuter/Transit Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts

Salary Range

$66,700.00 – $96,700.00 / year

Pay Transparency Statement

At United Site Services, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.

EEO Statement

Some positions may require secure site access and/or domestic air travel. All candidates for positions which require secure site access and/or domestic air travel must possess an acceptable form of identification to comply with state and federal regulations, such as REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID, or U.S. passport. This statement is not intended to require documentation beyond what is acceptable under the federal I-9 form process administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); and should not be construed as creating additional employment eligibility verification requirements.

United Site Services is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation , gender identity , age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.