Regional Vendor Management Specialist
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We are seeking a qualified National Vendor Management Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and training vendors in local markets to support Real Estate Operations across The Amherst Group. This position will be located in, or travel as necessary to local markets to work with Construction team members and vendors to meet the needs of the business. You will play a critical role building relationships with vendors and construction team members. This role will report to Vendor Management leadership in Austin, TX. Other tasks you will work on include but are not limited to:
Job Duties:
Source, recruit, & onboard vendors
Negotiate pricing with vendors & explain product specifications / programs
Foster positive working relationships with our vendors
Resolve issues within the vendor network to improve relational standing
Make effective use of technology to achieve results
Travel to markets to source vendors and build relationships with vendors & internal customers
Host vendor recruiting events and meetings
Train newly onboarded vendors on MSR Purchasing Programs and Job Management software
What you’ll need to have:
This individual likely has 3+ years of overall business experience and is experienced with concepts related to vendor management, supply chain, or procurement functions within a Services-Based environment.
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is preferred
Negotiation, vendor, or construction experience is a plus
Uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.
Technology Management: Makes effective use of technology to achieve results
Ability to identify problems and develop solutions
Ability to perform within timelines and other constraints
Anticipate and meet the needs of both internal and external customers. Deliver high-quality service; is committed to continuous improvement
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to travel
Our full-time employee benefits include:
- A competitive compensation package, annual bonus, 401k match
- Flexible PTO including 7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and 1 volunteer day
- Employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, health savings account)
- Professional career development and reimbursement
- Up to 16 weeks paid maternity leave; up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave
- Backup childcare offered through Bright Horizons
- Relaxed casual environment with virtual office events
Main Street Renewal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply.