ABC Supply

ABC Supply

Vendor Relationship Specialist (914)

Beloit, WI

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 hours ago
Data VisualizationProject ManagementNegotiationExcelSupply ChainProcess ImprovementVendor ManagementProcurementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • This role administers key components of the Category Management process for assigned resale and non-resale suppliers, including vendor agreements, supplier rebate programs, vendor performance initiatives, and supplier engagement activities.
  • The Vendor Relationship Specialist serves as the primary liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, improve processes, and maximize value for the company and its suppliers.
  • Monitor vendor program performance and identify opportunities to increase participation, engagement, and program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with suppliers and internal category leadership to maximize mutual success and business growth.
  • Establish, maintain, and administer supplier agreements and related documentation.
  • Track, manage, and support the negotiation of supplier rebate and incentive programs.
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration to support key initiatives and operational priorities.
  • Design, develop, and enhance vendor management processes including supplier onboarding, performance measurement, cost control, risk management, and service optimization.
  • Produce reports, analyses, and performance metrics to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of one year of experience in vendor relationship management, supplier management, procurement, category management, or a related business function.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong organizational skills with demonstrated process management and project coordination capabilities.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proven ability to work effectively across a cross-functional organization and deliver measurable results.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Construction, distribution, or building materials industry experience preferred.
  • Key Competencies:
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Strategic Partnership Development
  • Negotiation & Influence
  • Process Improvement

Nice to have

  • Preferred & Approved Vendor Program
  • Experience with analytics and business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Oracle, Power BI, or similar platforms preferred.
  • Increased participation and engagement in preferred vendor programs.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage - eligible after 60 days, low out of pocket
  • Employer paid short term and long-term disability
  • Employer paid life insurance

Company info

  • ABC Supply is North America's largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building products.
  • ABC Supply is proud to be an employee-first company.
  • In fact, we have won the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award every year since its inception in 2007, and Glassdoor has named us one of the best places to work in the country.
  • Be part of a company that recognizes your talents, rewards your efforts, and helps you reach your full potential.
  • At ABC Supply, we have YOUR future covered.
  • Coordinate supplier participation in company meetings, events, and engagement activities.

Equal opportunity

  • Employer / Drug Free Workplace
  • ​ABC Supply values diversity and we actively encourage women, minorities, and veterans to apply.

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