Vendor Account Manager

Job Description

Required Skills: Account management, Vendor Management, E-Commerce, Marketing knowledge, Sales Skills, Analytical skills, Presentation, Home & Light Industry Knowledge, Home Industry Knowledge, SQL.

Experience level: Associate

Experience required: 3 Years

Education level: All education level

Job function: Other

Industry: Marketing and Advertising

Relocation assistance: No

Visa sponsorship eligibility: No

Responsibilities:

• Analyze & Improve: Evaluate account performance, identify growth opportunities, and maximize profitability.
• Lead Negotiations: Manage complex contract negotiations with vendors to secure favorable terms.
• Build Relationships: Cultivate strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Data-Driven Insights: Use tools like SQL and PowerBI to analyze data and inform key business decisions.
• Coordinate Operations: Oversee promotions, manage schedules, and ensure smooth operational processes.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years as an Account or Vendor Manager in an ecommerce environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); SQL experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Must Have:

• Proven experience in account or vendor management, with a track record of success.
• Experience working directly with executives and the ability to confidently present to senior leadership.
• Background in the lighting or home improvement industry.
• A balanced skill set that includes both a sales-oriented mindset and strong analytical abilities to interpret data effectively and present insights to decision-makers.

Nice to Have:

• Previous experience in an e-commerce business within the home improvement space.
• Use tools like SQL and PowerBI to analyze data and inform key business decisions.

Additional Information:

• Work Environment: Hybrid – Client follows a hybrid work model with two onsite days (Thursday as a fixed day, and one additional day chosen by the employee) and three remote days.
• Interview Process:
• First Round: Zoom interview to assess qualifications and initial fit.
• Second Round: Presentation via Zoom, where candidates will showcase their skills and approach. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to deliver a presentation to the owner and a manager.
• Third Round: In-person panel interview to evaluate cultural and team alignment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Home Industry knowledge: 2 years (Preferred)
• Light Industry knowledge: 2 years (Preferred)
• Vendor management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Account management: 3 years (Preferred)
• E-commerce: 3 years (Preferred)
• Marketing and Sales: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacramento, CA 94274: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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