Vendor Manager
Everything Kitchens•Springfield, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
Everything Kitchens is an online retailer specializing in quality kitchen equipment, cookware, and culinary tools. The company describes itself as a collaborative team that provides products to kitchen enthusiasts across the country and values employees who take pride in their work. The Vendor Manager will join the Vendor Management team, work alongside other vendor managers, and report directly to the CEO. The role focuses on vendor relationships, product selection, pricing, distribution, and identifying growth opportunities to maximize profitability.
Requirements
- Attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
- Critical-thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of basic business principles.
- Strong negotiating skills.
- Ability to thrive under pressure.
- Comfort analyzing data.
- Strong communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous project management experience.
- Two years of purchasing experience (preferred).
- Two years of negotiation experience (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Negotiate competitive pricing.
- Curate product selection.
- Develop retail pricing and distribution strategies.
- Manage vendor relationships.
- Identify opportunities for growth.
- Maximize profitability.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
