Vendor Sourcing Specialist

2 weeks ago


Scottsdale, Arizona, United States Lessen Full time

Lessen is a rapidly growing company in the real estate industry, offering not only a cutting-edge technology platform for clients but also property service delivery for residential and commercial properties. Recently acquiring SMS Assist, a leader in facilities maintenance technology, Lessen now serves over 250,000 properties and handles millions of repair and maintenance orders annually.

As Lessen continues to expand, we are seeking a Vendor Sourcing Specialist to join our Exteriors department. This role involves sourcing, qualifying, and contracting vendors, as well as maintaining strong relationships with them. The ideal candidate will negotiate favorable terms while ensuring alignment with company objectives.



What You'll Do:
(Responsibilities)

Vendor Identification and Qualification:

  • Conduct interviews and assessments to identify potential vendors in designated markets and service areas.
  • Develop and nurture relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery and competitive pricing.

Contract Negotiation:

  • Negotiate pricing and service agreements with vendors while adhering to margin requirements

Compliance and Onboarding:

  • Ensure vendors meet insurance and compliance requirements set by the company.
  • Facilitate the onboarding process for new client accounts and manage renewals for existing accounts.

Risk Management and Analysis:

  • Assess vendor performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Provide recommendations to leadership on resolving issues and optimizing vendor relationships.

Client Requirements Management:

  • Understand client needs and effectively communicate them to vendors to ensure alignment

Relationship Management:

  • Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with vendors to foster long-term partnerships

Issue Resolution:

  • Address and resolve complex issues escalated by clients, with a focus on timely resolution

Vendor Performance Evaluation:

  • Collaborate with the operations team to evaluate vendor performance and take action as needed to address underperformance

Flexibility:

  • Maintain flexibility to adjust work schedules during peak periods as required.
  • You Should Have:
(Qualifications)Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
Experience organizing and leading meetings or remote business events.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Previous experience in Facilities, Supply Chain, or Procurement preferred.3-5 years of customer service or related experience preferred.

Why Lessen:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Dental, Vision, Life, Disability options
  • 401K retirement savings plan
  • Paid vacation, federal and floating holidays
  • Maternity/Paternity Pay
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • All the tools you'll need to be successfulLessen is intentional about attracting, developing, and retaining amazing talent from diverse backgrounds. We're looking for teammates that are enthusiastic, empathetic, curious, motivated, reliable, and will help us amplify the positive & inclusive culture we've been building. Lessen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


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