Vendor Relations & Purchasing Coordinator

Vanlife Customs • Arvada, CO

4d • $52,000 - $63,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Vendor Relations & Purchasing Coordinator to serve as the vital bridge between our talented build team and the high-quality parts that make our vans possible. In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for our suppliers, nurturing vendor relationships and ensuring our builders have exactly what they need, when they need it. This role is a perfect match for someone who is eager to cultivate meaningful professional relationships within a creative, custom fabrication environment. This position is perfect for an early-career professional who is a natural multi-tasker and eager to learn the ropes of a custom fabrication shop. We are looking for a solutions-based professional who is detail-oriented, possesses a high "positive mental attitude," and is ready to teach themselves the art of high-level vendor negotiations. You should be a natural multi-tasker who is hard to fluster and remains calm and supportive when managing multiple requests.

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in purchasing, inventory control, or logistics.
• A reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive nature with excellent follow-through.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, with a charming and approachable professional style.
• Excellent communication and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong computer skills, including Google Workspace.
• Experience with Shopmonkey or Shopware is a significant plus.
• Ability to move packages and safely operate warehouse equipment, as needed (forklift experience a plus).
• Local candidates only; must be available for an in-person trial period of up to one week before hire

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison by placing, tracking, and receiving orders, while thoughtfully setting up new accounts as our needs grow.
• Research and identify alternative products or suppliers to ensure our projects remain on track, even when supply chains are disrupted.
• Teach yourself and apply collaborative negotiation tactics to secure the best pricing and terms for our custom builds.
• Process purchase requests from the production and service teams with accuracy and a solutions-based mindset.
• Research and identify alternative products or suppliers when supply chains are disrupted.
• Work within our inventory management software to improve visibility for the entire team and reconcile any delivery discrepancies.
• Collaborate with operations and production teams to refine materials management processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed