Vendor Sourcing Agent

Lane Valente Industries; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Vacations

401(k) retirement plan with generous company match

Job summary

A leading construction and facility maintenance company is seeking a Vendor Sourcing Agent in McKinney, Texas. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing high-quality vendors and managing relationships to optimize efficiency and reduce costs. Key qualifications include strong negotiation skills and a degree. This full-time role offers various benefits including medical and dental insurance, and a retirement plan. Candidates who are motivated and skilled in vendor management are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in vendor sourcing and management.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential vendors.
• Evaluate vendor capabilities and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor vendor performance and implement scorecards.
• Monitor and manage vendor performance, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align vendor sourcing strategies with business goals.
• Implement and maintain vendor scorecards to track and improve performance.
• Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities within the supply chain.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in vendor sourcing.

Skills

Vendor sourcing and management

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in vendor management software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

4 year degree

Tools

Vendor management software

MS Office

Job description

Lane Valente Industries is a Leading International construction and facility maintenance company with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

We have a strong in-house group of field technicians that services top U.S. corporations and are supported by top notch managers in our offices.

We are always looking for talented people driven to be highly productive members of the team with an emphasis on integrity and learning.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY: Vendor Sourcing Agent

As a Vendor Sourcing Associate at Lane Valente Industries, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the procurement of high-quality vendors used for facilities maintenance and construction services. You will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and managing vendors while optimizing the relationship to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Your expertise in vendor sourcing will directly impact our ability to deliver exceptional service to our customers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct market research to identify potential vendors and suppliers.
• Evaluate and assess vendor capabilities, including their financial stability and product quality.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with vendors to secure favorable pricing and conditions.
• Monitor and manage vendor performance, ensuring adherence to agreed-upon standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align vendor sourcing strategies with business goals.
• Implement and maintain vendor scorecards to track and improve performance.
• Proactively identify cost-saving and efficiency improvement opportunities within the supply chain.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in vendor sourcing.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience in vendor sourcing and management.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in vendor management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• 4 year degree

WORK HOURS

• Full Time
• Mon-Friday, 9am-6pm, with On-Call weekends when scheduled
• On-Call Schedule: 1 to 2 weeks per month

BENEFITS OFFERED:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacations
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match

If you are a motivated and experienced Vendor Sourcing Associate/Manger looking to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our dynamic team. Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

Lane Valente Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.