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Jr. Vendor Onboarding Specialist (Pay: $17/hour)

Great opportunity to join an industry leader and contribute to key, high visibility initiatives!

You will be part of a team dedicated to evaluating & reaching out to potential vendors/suppliers via email & phone outreach to encourage them to offer their products on the company's enterprise digital marketplace. Additionally, you will track progress of the supplier onboarding process and provide regular updates to internal stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reach out to external suppliers via email & phone to encourage them to add their products to the company’s digital marketplace
• Maintain & update project tracking details within task management tools to monitor the supplier onboarding progress
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives remain organized, on schedule, and aligned with strategic priorities
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders re: project milestones & supplier onboarding status

This is an 18-month contract (potential to extend or convert to perm) .

While this is a remote position , you must be based in GA.

High-performing individuals may have the opportunity to pursue other roles within the team or the broader organization after the contract ends.

Visionaire Partners offers all full-time W2 contractors a comprehensive benefits package for the contractor, their spouse or domestic partner, & dependents. Options include 401k with up to 4% match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, & Medical/Dependent Care FSAs.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1 year of professional or internship experience (client coordination, account/relationship management, sales support, supplier engagement, or operations)
• Any project tracking or workflow management tools (e.g., MS Lists, Excel, Asana, etc.)
• Proficiency in Excel for organizing & managing data sets
• Confidence in conducting outreach through email & phone communications
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong time-management abilities, with ability to handle multiple priorities & deadlines
• Ability to provide concise updates to cross-functional teams
• Highly detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills

W2 ONLY; NO 3rd Parties or Visa Sponsorship

Sr. Vendor Relations

Remote: Must be LOCAL to St. Louis, MO

Overview:

· Manage the relationships between client and external vendor.

· Review, negotiate and administer contracts with IT hardware and software vendors.

· Collect information about external marketplace (not limited to technology) and serves as a resource on this knowledge to the organization.

· Provide information and advice about technology vendors, offerings, and options.

(This is a hands-on IT procurement position. An experienced individual contributing role.)

Responsibilities:

· Provide negotiation support of IT business functions facilitating contract review and negotiation of a wide variety of agreements, assisting in the contract management process.

· Review, negotiate complex legal agreements for a wide variety of purchasing needs including software purchase agreements, agreements for professional services, agreements associated with commercialization efforts, business associate agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.

· Assist in due diligence efforts related to acquisitions and divestitures.

· Provide guidance to IT business units during audits.

· Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT operations and plans.

Skills:

· Demonstrate thorough understanding of the fundamental tools and concepts of one of the information technology teams.

· Apply that understanding to make independent practical contributions to moderately complex IT work within a particular client department or function.

· Be accountable for addressing customer needs through individual action.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree.

· 7+ years experience in IT contract review/negotiation and IT procurement/purchasing.

· Strong experience negotiating software licensing contracts.

· Experience in large enterprise operations.

· Previous experience interacting with Legal Counsel

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Responsible, complex, specialized paraprofessional work, including Procurement Card (P-CARD) Program services, vendor relations, and assisting the Procurement Contracting Officers in issuing purchase orders, contract research for piggybacking purposes, bid solicitation of a simple nature, and contract administration.

Work involves interacting with other governmental entities to obtain contracts, monitoring existing contracts to determine the need for extension of contracts or issuing new solicitation, market research, assisting in issuing bid postings and electronic solicitations, tabulating competitive informal and formal bids/proposals, and posting notices and awards electronically. Work also includes overseeing the P-Card Program, training others on use, reconciliation of accounts, and interacting with the service provider and bank, as well as overseeing the Vendor Relations program and trainings. Employees in this classification will independently perform duties which require the exercise of judgment in making decisions in accordance with policies and practices of the department, and the laws or regulations controlling the centralized procurement operation. Additional work includes assisting procurement staff in contract administration.

Work assignments are received in the form of suggestions or general outlines, and employees in this class may develop and refine their own routine and are required to independently carry their work to completion. Supervision is received from the Procurement Contracting Manager, or designee, who reviews work progress and completed work to assure conformance with established policies and procedures.

Supports Procurement Contracting Offers by drafting and issuing notice of awards, award letters, and award sheets; creating and maintaining contract files; and scanning documents for electronic filing. Oversees and serves as point of contact for Vendor Registration process. Designs and delivers training programs on vendor registration and vendor processes. Creates, maintains, and serves as a point of contact for all P-Card matters, policies and procedures. Implements P-Card policy changes, as needed, and communicates changes to customers and vendors. Distributes citywide P-Card forms to various user departments. Monitors and tracks P-CARD transactions and usage utilizing computer software. Ensures compliance based on federal, state, municipal laws, policies and procedures. Maintains required documentation on card holders. Responsible for the record keeping of P-Card Cardholder Agreement Forms, original applications, account numbers, default payment counseling, and related materials and information. Designs and delivers training programs to internal customers on P-Card processes and procedures. Educates customers on the proper use of a P-Card, associated policy information, and any changes to same. Reviews P-Card cardholder statements and receipts for reconciliation payment purposes and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Informs customers in writing of P-Card usage violations and maintains records of violations. Assists cardholders in resolving P-Card disputed charges and manages fraud cases. Coordinates update changes to P-Card Program with bank representatives on City's behalf. Ensures that P-Card purchases are not artificially divided to avoid soliciting competitively. Works with finance representatives on reconciliations to ensure all P-Card holders have completed all required actions by published deadlines. Performs transaction audits of P-Card transactions. Processes information required to maintain organizational reporting and authorization hierarchy as required by the P-Card Program. Prepares cardholder and organizational usage reports. Conducts studies and collects data on current market conditions, specifications, scope of work, or scope of services to keep informed on market trends, market changes, and commodities. Coordinates with other governmental entities to obtain contracts for piggybacking purposes. Maintains and updates the contract management system. Assists in contract management and administration by soliciting periodic evaluations from user departments on vendor performance. Initiates and maintains ongoing communications with end-user departments to make decisions on contract extensions, terminations and the need for issuance of new solicitations; ensures that user department's budget allocations support extending the contract; and corresponds with vendors to confirm their desire to extend existing City contract, if applicable. Maintains a tracking system for the receipt of documents required for contract awards; maintains ongoing communication with end-user departments to ensure timely receipt of all necessary documentation. Monitors city-wide and departmental contracts to ensure that purchase orders authorized under the contract do not exceed the amount authorized by the City Commission. Researches and compiles data for complex purchasing reports for Department Director. Performs related work as assigned.

A minimum of 60 college credits and two (2) years of procurement experience which must have included assisting in drafting procurement resolutions for award of bids or proposals, or drafting of award notifications and recommendations in compliance with established contracts for goods or services. Experience in the public sector is highly desirable. Proficiency utilizing computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel, or e-procurement software is desirable. OR Equivalent combination of education and experience beyond a high school diploma or its equivalent and two (2) years of the required experience.

The Events & Vendor Relations Coordinator plays a critical role in building Lindberg brand awareness, driving product sales, and executing the Nutrition Center's community engagement programs. This multifaceted role blends marketing, customer service, retail operations, and field event execution. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about health and wellness, highly organized, proactive, and thrives both independently and in team settings. This position is responsible for executing promotional events, managing vendor and local partnerships, leveraging digital assets, and enhancing customer focus through in-store and outdoor initiatives. The Store Ambassador also supports day-to-day store operations and ensures exceptional customer service at every touchpoint.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Brand Advocate & Customer Engagement
• Act as a passionate advocate for the Lindberg brand and all company-owned labels (Lindberg, Fitness Labs, Piping Rock, etc.).
• Promote in-store campaigns, contests, and special incentives.
• Share creative ideas and performance feedback with supervisors to support continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the marketing and social media team to develop localized engagement strategies.

Nutrition Center Program & Community Outreach
• Independently lead and oversee Nutrition Center activities and vendor programs, ensuring consistency and excellence in execution.
• Proactively schedule, coordinate, and manage vendor participation for educational and promotional events with minimal oversight.
• Take initiative in leveraging digital assets (e.g., social media, in-store displays, email campaigns) to expand reach and drive customer engagement.
• Identify, pursue, and cultivate new local partnerships that enhance brand visibility and accelerate customer acquisition.
• Spearhead and organize product sampling events at local businesses and high-traffic community areas, ensuring maximum exposure.
• Report monthly event calendar updates and metrics to the Store Manager and team.
• Motivate and engage associates to actively participate in community and in-store events, fostering team involvement and energy.

Outdoor Events & Health-Focused Campaigns
• Oversee the planning, logistics, and execution of outdoor promotional and wellness events, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and brand standards.
• Direct the development of visually compelling, educational displays that reinforce campaign messaging and elevate brand presence.
• Serve as the primary brand ambassador at public-facing events, engaging stakeholders, vendors, and community partners with professionalism and expertise.
• Design and lead monthly health and nutrition-focused outreach campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive measurable impact.

Customer Service Excellence
• Set the standard for exceptional customer interactions, ensuring every engagement reflects warmth, professionalism, and deep product knowledge.
• Develop and implement strategies to educate customers on product benefits and encourage adoption of complementary solutions.
• Actively listen to customer needs and offer personalized health and wellness solutions.
• Collaborate at a strategic level with store leadership to optimize merchandising and ensure in-stock availability.
•Qualifications
• 1-2 years experience in event marketing, brand advocacy, or vendor/community engagement, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and time management ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to present clearly and persuasively.
• High level of initiative, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
• Energetic, positive, and passionate about wellness and nutrition.
• Deep passion for health, wellness, and community engagement.
• Previous experience with outreach or community event coordination.

Role's Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and move for up to 8 hours.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Ability to transport and set up promotional materials off-site and in various weather conditions.

Key Skills for Success
• Independent self-starter with strong follow-through.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Collaborative team player who can also take ownership of individual projects.
• Clear communicator and creative thinker.
• Results-driven with a passion for growing customer loyalty and driving traffic.

We proudly offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Company Match, Pet insurance and more!

We reward the hard work of our team members with fun and exciting company events, Summer Picnic, Festive Packages, Holiday Celebrations, and associate referral bonuses!

Founded in 2011, Piping Rock Health Products has gone on to win Long Island's Top Workplaces Award 7 years in a row & securing the spot as Top Supplement Manufacturing Company 2024 by Food Business Review! Supported by a group of vitamin visionaries with over 40 years of industry experience and a carefully curated team of talented associates. Piping Rock is a global vitamin and supplement manufacturer with an unwavering commitment to creating quality wellness products. We believe that family always comes first, and that the dedication of our associates is the key ingredient to our success.

We are drug free workplace, regulated by the FDA, required to follow Federal Guidelines; therefore in order to start as well as maintain employment, you must be able to successfully clear drug screening processes, which include testing for all illegal substances per Federal Guidelines.

Piping Rock Health Products, INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.