What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Relations Manager position at Detritus LLC?
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Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Vendor Relations Director
Company Overview
Detritus is a third-party brokerage that connects clients seeking construction site services with a nationwide network of providers. Our customers know us as Dumpster Rental Dogs and Porta Potty Dogs, while our provider network knows us as Detritus.
What sets us apart isn’t pricing—it’s our ability to provide a seamless, professional, and consultative experience that allows customers to focus on their projects, not logistics.
Job Summary
The Vendor Relations Manager is responsible for managing relationships and negotiating pricing with the middle 60% of our vendor base. This role ensures vendor compliance, supports sales with timely vendor sourcing, and plays a key part in improving vendor performance and progression within our tier system. Success in this role drives cost savings, market coverage, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Vendor Management & Outreach
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Own communication with assigned vendors via phone and email
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Ensure competitive pricing and consistent vendor performance
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Collect and update vendor service areas, contact info, and required documents (W-9, COI, etc.)
Pricing & Negotiation
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Gather and update product pricing using templates
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Negotiate for at least 5% cost reduction where feasible
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Analyze and compare regional pricing benchmarks
CRM & Data Management
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Maintain complete vendor records in Salesforce
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Track KPIs including fulfillment rate, complaints, and pricing updates
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Ensure vendor data cleanliness and completeness
