Vendor Relations & Contracts Specialist (Remote)

R.W. Mercer Co.; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

R.W. Mercer Co. is seeking a resourceful Vendor Relations Specialist for a full-time contract role. You will manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance, while supporting procurement processes and risk mitigation.

You will negotiate terms, ensure onboarding compliance, and collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to meet goals. Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options are available, with a 40-hour week and potential contract extension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in vendor management, procurement, supply chain, or contract administration.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven experience handling contracts, purchase orders, and procurement processes.
• 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.

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.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and supporting procurement docs.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, pricing, and quality of service.
• Investigate and resolve disputes or non-compliance with vendors.
• Collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to meet goals.
• Stay up-to-date with market trends and supply chain developments.
• Prepare regular vendor reports and recommendations for leadership.
• Support vendor audits and ensure documentation for reporting.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Procurement

Contract administration

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field

Tools

Vendor management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Online collaboration tools

Job description

R.W. Mercer Co. is seeking a resourceful Vendor Relations Specialist for a full-time contract role. You will manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance, while supporting procurement processes and risk mitigation.

You will negotiate terms, ensure onboarding compliance, and collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance to meet goals. Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options are available, with a 40-hour week and potential contract extension.