Vendor Relations Specialist

3 weeks ago


Abingdon MD United States Kiddie Academy Full time
About the position

This is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Vendor Relations Specialist you will direct the vendor program pursuant to vendors that provide products and/or services directly to Essential Brands and the Kiddie Academy Franchise Community/Academies. You will also assess and secure vendors on an as-needed basis and negotiate the best value for Kiddie Academy and its franchisees. This position is based in our Corporate Office located in Abingdon, Maryland.

Why you?

You are an experienced professional with a positive outlook and a passion for making an impact. You are looking for a long-term career opportunity with a company that is committed to work-life balance, and that promotes a culture of respect, kindness and transparency. You are an excellent communicator, you take great pride in the quality of your work, you are detail oriented, you are tech savvy, and you excel at multitasking.

Your Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or related field
2 3 years experience in vendor relations and/or procurement
Process driven but creative and innovative
Detail oriented
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve business objectives
Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, work independently
Strong professional verbal and written communication skills including the ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization
Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat

Why us?

Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care routinely ranks among the top franchising companies and providers in the childcare category. In 2024, we ranked in Entrepreneur Magazine's list of the top 500 franchisors around the globe. At a local level, we proudly claimed the spot in the Baltimore Business Journal's Best Place to Work 2024 awards, maintaining our standing as finalists for five consecutive years.

Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care has been preparing young minds for future success since its founding in 1981. With more than 330 franchises in 40 states and the District of Columbia, we are poised for continued growth.

Benefits you'll love:

100% company-paid medical and life insurance for you,
Company-paid dental and vision for you and your family
401K match
Childcare tuition discounts
Paid parental leave
Generous paid time off and holidays
Paid volunteer time off to support local nonprofits
We value in-person collaborating at our corporate headquarters, and offer an allowance of remote workdays

We are growing fast, and the future is bright Don't miss out on joining us.

  • Abingdon, MD, United States Kiddie Academy Full time

    About the positionThis is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Vendor Relations Specialist you will direct the vendor program pursuant to vendors that provide products and/or...


  • Abingdon, United States Kiddie Academy Full time

    **About the position** This is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Vendor Relations Specialist you will direct the vendor program pursuant to vendors that provide products...


  • Abingdon, United States Kiddie Academy Full time

    About the positionApply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity.This is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Vendor...


  • Abingdon, United States Kiddie Academy Full time

    About the positionThis is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Vendor Relations Specialist you will direct the vendor program pursuant to vendors that provide products and/or...


  • Abingdon, United States Kiddie Academy Full time

    About the positionThis is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Vendor Relations Specialist you will direct the vendor program pursuant to vendors that provide products and/or...


  • Abingdon, United States Kiddie Academy Full time

    About the positionThis is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Vendor Relations Specialist you will direct the vendor program pursuant to vendors that provide products and/or...


  • Tacoma, WA, United States Alera Group Full time

    Propel is looking for a Vendor Payables Specialist to work in their Tacoma, WA office. Are you looking to be part of a company where you have exciting opportunities to learn, grow and make a positive impact?Join a team where each employee is empowered to listen generously, speak straight, collaborate, and build each other up through mutual accountability...


  • Tacoma, WA, United States Alera Group Full time

    Propel is looking for a Vendor Payables Specialist to work in their Tacoma, WA office. Are you looking to be part of a company where you have exciting opportunities to learn, grow and make a positive impact?Join a team where each employee is empowered to listen generously, speak straight, collaborate, and build each other up through mutual accountability...


  • United States Magellan Health Full time

    Recruits and develops ongoing relationships with counselors to create a field network of rotational and contracted network counselors which deliver counseling services to military bases in the Continental United States (CONUS) and may support On Demand and OCONUS (Outside of Continental United States). Initiates investigations of counselor and military...


  • United States Magellan Health Full time

    Recruits and develops ongoing relationships with counselors to create a field network of rotational and contracted network counselors which deliver counseling services to military bases in the Continental United States (CONUS) and may support On Demand and OCONUS (Outside of Continental United States). Initiates investigations of counselor and military...


  • Omaha, NE, United States ALFF CONSTRUCTION LLC Full time

    Description:General Position SummaryAs a Territory Vendor Manager (TVM), employed by Alff Construction, you are responsible for vendor activities and maintaining new and existing vendor relationships. You will identify suitable vendors, negotiate pricing with vendors, and ensure that vendors fulfill their contractual obligations. You should be...


  • Phoenix, AZ, United States ALFF CONSTRUCTION LLC Full time

    Description:General Position SummaryAs a Territory Vendor Manager (TVM), employed by Alff Construction, you are responsible for vendor activities and maintaining new and existing vendor relationships. You will identify suitable vendors, negotiate pricing with vendors, and ensure that vendors fulfill their contractual obligations. You should be...


  • Coeur d'Alene, ID, United States ALFF CONSTRUCTION LLC Full time

    Description:General Position SummaryAs a Territory Vendor Manager (TVM), employed by Alff Construction, you are responsible for vendor activities and maintaining new and existing vendor relationships. You will identify suitable vendors, negotiate pricing with vendors, and ensure that vendors fulfill their contractual obligations. You should be...

  • Sales Specialist

    2 weeks ago


    Abingdon, United States Lowe's Home Improvement Full time

    I**What You Will Do** All Lowe’s associates deliver quality customer service while maintaining a store that is clean, safe, and stocked with the products our customers need. As a Sales Specialist Cabinets, this means: - Being friendly and professional, eager to understand the customer’s specific needs in order to pair the best products and service...


  • Abingdon, United States Farm Credit Full time

    Job Description: Our lending location teams rely on our Business Service Specialist to assess and fulfill the needs of our walk-in and telephone customer traffic while at the same time making sure our lending systems are accurate and updated. The Business Service Specialist supports our lending location marketing and sales initiatives, and provides...


  • Abingdon, United States Farm Credit Full time

    Job Description: Our lending location teams rely on our Business Service Specialist to assess and fulfill the needs of our walk-in and telephone customer traffic while at the same time making sure our lending systems are accurate and updated. The Business Service Specialist supports our lending location marketing and sales initiatives, and provides...

  • Loan Specialist

    4 weeks ago


    Abingdon, United States Regional Finance of Virginia LLC Full time

    Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Regional strives to positively impact the financial lives of our customers. For over 35 years, our Team Members have been passionate about supporting customers through their financial challenges in life. They take pleasure in finding solutions and lending a helping hand, both to our customers and our...


  • Abingdon, United States DePaul Community Resources Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insurance DePaul Community Resources seeks a full-time (37.5 hours/week) Adoption Specialist - Abingdon, VAJOB SUMMARY: This position will provide casework services to children, adoptive families, and potential adoptive families. The road to adoption can be very...


  • Abingdon, United States Leading By Example LLC Full time

    About the Organization Leading By Example is a mental health and education services institute servicing the Baltimore metropolitan area. We are committed to ensuring the holistic health and development of children, adults, families, and communities. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for children, adults, and families worldwide. We utilize mental...


  • Abingdon, Virginia, United States Ensemble Health Partners Full time

    Thank you for considering a career at Ensemble Health PartnersEnsemble Health Partners is a leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle management solutions for health systems, including hospitals and affiliated physician groups. They offer end-to-end revenue cycle solutions as well as a comprehensive suite of point solutions to clients across the...