Vendor Relations Specialist

RadiantHire Solutions Inc. • Fredericksburg, VA

10d • $60,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Aspetto, Inc. is seeking a high-initiative, relationship-driven Vendor Relations Specialist to actively manage, grow, and strengthen our supplier network across federal, DoD, DHS, and international programs. This role is not transactional or purely administrative. It is designed for a self-starter who enjoys building trust, opening doors, negotiating value, and serving as the face of Aspetto to key vendors and partners.

Requirements

• 2+ years in vendor relations, procurement, or sales-adjacent roles
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Independent, self-directed work style
• Clear written and verbal communication

Nice To Haves

• Federal/ LE/ Military experience
• Familiarity with GSA Advantage or eBuy
• Willingness to travel for vendor engagement

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day relationships with assigned vendors and manufacturers
• Actively build rapport through calls, meetings, site visits, and events
• Represent Aspetto professionally with external partners
• Identify new vendor opportunities aligned with Aspetto programs
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and value-add opportunities
• Maintain regular engagement cadence with vendors
• Support RFQs, quotes, and delivery orders
• Coordinate with internal Procurement and Operations teams
• Maintain vendor data in CRM/ERP systems
• Track commitments and follow-ups
• Recommend process improvements

Benefits

• health coverage
• PTO
• paid holidays
• professional development support

What This Job Offers

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