Vendor Management Specialist

About the Role

This organization is seeking a professional to join the team as a Vendor Management Specialist. In this role, the selected individual reviews requests to add and modify supplier profiles in the vendor master while ensuring team metrics are consistently met or exceeded. The Specialist supports operational excellence by identifying and driving continuous process improvements. The organization cultivates a supportive atmosphere where inclusion and belonging are central to the associate experience, striving to deliver outstanding results for clients by embracing diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and process requests to add or modify supplier information in the vendor master database to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Perform required compliance vetting, including tax, sanction, and risk checks, and conduct payables or vendor-related research.
• Provide high-touch support to enable suppliers on procurement platforms, specifically Coupa.
• Act as a change agent by challenging the status quo, disrupting inefficient processes, and leading process improvement initiatives within the operations value stream.
• Identify innovative solutions to resolve complex system and operational challenges across multiple platforms.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional leadership to inform and influence positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: One or more years of experience in customer service environments.
• Technical Skills: One or more years of experience utilizing Google Suite applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in corporate procurement or supply chain operations.
• One or more years of experience with enterprise financial and procurement systems, such as Coupa or PeopleSoft.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a track record of building positive vendor relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a diverse, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) and 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program, certification prep, and access to technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks for associations like CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team and certified Career Coach for Consultants.

Pay

$20-$26/hr

Location

Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.