What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kaspar Outdoors-Vendor Relationship Manager position at Kaspar Companies?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : Kaspar Outdoors
Job Description : Vendor Relationship Manager
Location : Bryan, TX
Opportunities :
Do you have the ability to design, implement, and maintain efficient vendor evaluations and management systems?
Are you team-driven and have a proven track record of managing successful vendor partnerships?
Does working for a family-centric organization based in a small-town environment appeal to you?
Do the values of stewardship, versatility, and family resonate strongly with you?
Do you find the improvement of people’s lives through stewardship of God-given resources inspiring?
Then, Kaspar Outdoors is for you!
Primary Function :
The Vendor Relationship Manager in Bryan, TX will oversee and optimize our vendor management processes while fostering strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers. This candidate will have a proven track record in managing vendor partnerships, building scalable supplier systems, and enhancing supply chain efficiency to meet organizational goals.
Position Responsibilities include (but not limited to) :
Develop and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with suppliers and vendors.
Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor negotiations, issue resolution, and contract management.
Design, implement, and maintain efficient vendor evaluation and management systems.
Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements across the supply chain.
Lead sourcing initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure timely delivery of goods / services.
Analyze vendor performance metrics and execute improvement plans when necessary.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between vendor operations and company objectives.
Manage supply chain risks by developing contingency plans and monitoring market conditions.
Work closely with senior leadership to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
Travel up to 25% required
All other duties assigned by management
Skills :
Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken formats
Ability to maintain a clean and neat work environment and personal appearance
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred) plus 5 years purchasing experience.
Experience with MS Office Applications (Word, advanced Excel skills, Access, Power Point, Outlook, etc...) and accounting / ERP software required
Must possess 5 year driving record with clear history for the past three years
Physical Demands :
Extended periods of sitting and / or walking (33% - 75% of time)
Stooping, bending, twisting, leaning (10% - 25% of time)
Lifting of 25 lbs. occasionally (0% - 33% of time)
Work Environment :
Typically inside a climate-controlled office and is required to occasionally move from office to manufacturing areas and outdoors to perform duties
Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment where the use and wear of proper protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses or side shields on glasses and closed toe shoes are mandatory
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