As a Vendor Relations Specialist, the professional is accountable for building and managing relationships with companies that supply products and services to his/her organization. The job description entails ensuring that the vendors meet and exceed the contractual obligations by delivering quality products and services on time. Other accountabilities are listed on the Vendor Relations Specialist Resume as – evaluating potential suppliers using criteria such as industry experience or quality standards, developing induction programs, providing training to familiarize new vendors, enabling managers to identify and manage risk, monitoring factors such as delivery reliability, quality and accuracy of estimated and invoices; and keeping vendors informed on developments in the organization or changes in the market conditions.
Strong interpersonal skills and presentation skills are essential for this job. The individual must be able to negotiate and collaborate with vendors and possess good analytical qualities to monitor and review vendors’ financial and operational performances. An extensive experience in vendor management and related skills such as budget control and contract management is also useful. Executives working in this area typically have a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or marketing.
Objective : A challenging Vendor Relations Specialist position with a progressive company, which provides an opportunity for both greater responsibilities and future advancement.
Skills : Promotion Analysis, Sales Administration And Support, Project Management, Marketing, Sales, Qualitative And Quantitative Market Rearch Analysis.
Description :
Organized vendor co-op agreement system, which had been neglected prior to my hire.
Customized reporting procedures for key vendors, thereby facilitating the approval process.
Successfully brought total to zero within 8 months.
Researched, and pursued vendor approval for, outstanding vendor rebates.
Investigated root causes of resistance or conflict; negotiated with vendors.
Scrutinized co-op agreement supporting documents for errors and inconsistencies.
Created and maintained co-op database to track co-op activity through completion; point-person for all vendor co-op questions and issues.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S. In Business Administration
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Summary : Vendor Relations Specialist professional with a wide range of experience in managing vendor relationships with an emphasis on negotiating cost-saving opportunities. Diversified skills set includes excellent verbal and written communication, building mutually beneficial relations with vendors, negotiating with vendors of all sizes, and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
Skills : JSP, HTML, CSS, Flask, Java, Django, Python, SQL, Git, MEAN Stack, Ruby on Rails, Oracle, Javascript.
Description :
Managed inbound purchase orders for strategic and core vendors.
Partnered daily with vendors, accounting, and purchasing buyer in regards to shipments, payment, and purchase order status.
Maintained a proactive partnership with all vendors that aligns with the vendor manual's standards.
Provided vendor manual information to over 900 core vendors as well as the business selected Private Label vendors.
Established a database for individual communication, signed documents, and amendments to contracts.
Issued monthly updates on vendor related issues and proposed areas for improvement.
Ensured vendors are meeting contractual obligations by developing, implementing, and completing corrective action plans to resolve identified deficiencies.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Objective : To find a role that utilizes my skills and passion in making an effective contribution to the success and growth of my team and organization, as well as afford me the opportunity to a compelling and challenging career path.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Data Entry, Accounts Payable, Sales, Computer, Call Center Experience.
Description :
Audited and processed data and information relating to the department.
Responsible for the accuracy of receipts into the DC for integrity purposes.
Researched and analyzed discrepancies with direction to Receiving Supervisor on what to correct.
Compiled weekly/monthly reports showing receipt reconciliation and discrepancies.
Updated and maintained vendor relations receiving database.
Handled A/P issues concerning POD's, packing slip discrepancies, short pays, refusals and returns.
Key inventory adjustments concerning return to vendor and receiving discrepancies.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's In Horticulture
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Objective : Great multi-tasker balancing different projects, while maintaining focused on deadline-oriented goals Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS pages, utilizing Brackets software, as well as other text editor programs. Comfortable in individual projects as well as part of a team. Flexible and ability to adapt to any changes while working on projects. Able and willing to travel for extensive periods of time if and or needed.
Skills : MS Office, Communication, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Landscaping, Drawing, Detail Oriented.
Description :
Hospitality Industry e-commerce purchasing platform utilizing proprietary software applications.
Directed over 120 Suppliers that use the company's Internet base purchasing platform and hosting management of over 400 e-catalogs.
Implemented and conducted WebEx demo/training for current and potential suppliers.
Directed supplier engagement supporting the upkeep of all e-catalogs and monthly reconciliation of outstanding purchase orders.
Audited non-electronic monthly sales reports.
Managed all rebate reports from suppliers with disbursements to GPO Members.
Developed and managed suppliers' qualification process including onboarding.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Headline : A top-performing Vendor Relations and Data Specialist, as well as a strong Project Manager and Director with combining sales, marketing, and business development expertise to deliver substantial revenue growth in highly competitive business markets. Solid understanding of industry trends of both small and large organizations, as well as leveraging existing networks, proactively seeking and garnering new business, and sustaining current relationships.
Skills : MS Office, Designing Skills.
Description :
Supported General Manager, managed all administrative facets and information logistics, prepared and disseminated pertinent reports, and monitored and translated expense data, and company ex/internal websites.
Project manager determined and chose prime inventory, and aided customers.
Trained and coached team members, resolved concerns, eCommerce, new program development, and implementation, and fostered a positive and productive work environment.
Negotiated and communicated in order to obtain company goals and objectives, project benchmarks, and to reduce expenditures and increase profitability.
Retrieved copies of invoices or purchase orders from A/P or Interbos.
Ran daily reports to assist in reconciliation duties.
Attended bi-annual strategic vendor and buyer meetings.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Headline : To obtain a Vendor Relations Specialist position that will provide a challenge in addition to allowing me to contribute to the success of a professional team in a growth-oriented organization while utilizing my extensive experience, education, achievements, and personal drive.
Skills : Microsoft Office Skill, Customer Service.
Description :
Coached-Net Motor Club, INC is a subsidiary of NMC Holdings, INC.
Coached Net is the leading provider of branded 24/7 emergency roadside assistance, membership fulfillment, and other travel-related services for various RV, commercial vehicle, and automotive segments My employment began as an entry-level customer service associate.
In ordered to sign a prospective service provider it was necessary for me to secure their insurance certificate, W-9, and service agreement listing rates for their services.
Played a key role in the development and the growth in the Vendor Relations department which ultimately streamlined many practices, procedures, and processes through my tenure.
Provided vendors with the previous year's progress and proactive solutions to improve performance for the upcoming year.
Established and implemented reporting guidelines; trained staff.
Managed reports and returned external work received from vendors.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Summary : Highly qualified Vendor Relations Specialist with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and I would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Started at ASONS processing, quality controlling photo documentation for different client groups such as HUD, Freddie Mac, and Inspections as a Customer Service Representative.
Daily recruited for subcontractors throughout the United States, prospecting by workload, volume, geographic area, vendor capacity, turnaround times.
Able to maintain strong relationships and continue to grow.
Mastered 4 computer system applications required to administer 300 loans per week.
Expertly resolved all client delay issues.
Operated IP Cisco program so that all conversations are recorded.
Assigned Lead to Multi-Million Dollar Client to ensure completion of their work orders.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelors
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Objective : A college-educated professional offering an exemplary administrative and customer support record on behalf of insurance, banking, healthcare, and aerospace industries. Demonstrated abilities to step into diverse work scenarios and quickly exceed team expectations. Rapidly learn difficult software and tracking systems, databases, and regulatory guideline pertinent to loan processing, collections, government healthcare benefits, and human resource departments.
Skills : Highly proficient in Microsoft Access, PowerPoint.
Description :
Coordinated with real estate agents to resolve real estate appraisal delays and ensure timely loan closings and funding dates.
Managed areas of concern that included property condition issues, subject to or as are determinations.
Requested comparative photos from vendors (LSI & Service Link) and subsequently referred to underwriting for final approval or denial.
Provided sales contracts and other necessary data to expedite appraiser reviews.
Approved trip fees for the appraiser and compensated them for missed scheduled inspection appointments.
Managed member contact and address verifications.
Directed pertinent information to LSI & Service Link vendors regarding 1st mortgage loans, equipment loans, etc.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Headline : As a Vendor Relations Specialist, responsible for Developing relationships and personal networks with the retail customer base to support continuous improvement and resolution of compliance errors, and also Ensuring constructive vendor relationships are created through one on one sessions for both new and established vendors relating to compliance issues.
Skills : Administrative, Customer Service.
Description :
Handled No Service Vendor claims by locating and assigning a trade specialty Contractor to service homeowner warranty policy.
Located Contractors in the construction trade field by previous work orders, various marketing advertisements, and realtors.
Checked trade licenses and general liability insurance to ensure qualified tradesmen can fulfill the work order.
Utilized Microsoft Outlook to communicate with the Customer Service Representative when questions arise that require more explanation as to why this claim was created.
Updated and maintained profile information so that information about the Contractor is forwarded to the homeowner's personal email.
Authorized Contractors to repair homeowner's claims that require additional funding to complete the project.
Maintained accounting records such as invoices submitted for payment.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Vendor Relations Specialist Resume
Objective : Results-oriented Vendor Relations Specialist professional with successful skills in customer service and multi-tasking to accomplish goals and proficiently complete assigned tasks. A decision-maker who sets priorities and works jointly with management and colleagues to accomplish departmental goals. Effective communicator with the public sector, both written and verbally.
Skills : Graphic Design, Inventory Management, Direct Sales & Marketing Via Internet, Customer Service.
Description :
Commended in mailroom opening and distributing mail for Ferguson branches and departmental constituents.
Elevated to Data Entry Specialist entering credits, invoices, and debits for branches and satellite stores.
Managed vendor incentive programs, which average approximately $30 million annually, including but not limited to forecasts, analysis, supporting reports, and communication to management of results for these programs.
Responsible for maintaining effective relationships between the vendors, the Category Managers, and other various West Marine departments.
Researched and analyzed the root cause of vendor disputes and presented solutions to management in order to mitigate future disputes.
Managed and maintained accuracy of the Terms and Conditions database to ensure correct forecasting and report possible risks to management.
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