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Vendor Relations & Negotiation Specialist - P / T - Senior - South Africa

Vendor Relations & Negotiation Specialist - P / T - Senior - South Africa

GuildSteamCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4 days ago
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Job description

Part-Time senior  Vendor Relations & Negotiation Specialist - Work from Home (U.S. Company)

We're GuildSteam, a US (Tennessee)-based company that connects global talent with US companies and we are seeking an experienced professional  Vendor Relations & Negotiation Specialist   (3+ years experience) to join our client's team. If you have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you.

This is a part-time remote role.

Working Hours (Remote, Fixed Schedule) :

4 Hours between 5 : 00 PM - 1 : 00 AM South Africa Standard Time (SAST) - flexible.

(Matching 9 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM Mountain Time - US)

Starting Pay : ZAR 2,800 per week

Part-time  - 20 hours per week

About Us :

GuildSteam connects U.S. companies with top international remote talent. We pride ourselves on building professional, long-term relationships between our team and our clients.

Key responsibilities :

  • Negotiate pricing and terms with existing and new vendors to improve margins and overall cost structure.
  • Analyze vendor quotes and identify opportunities for cost savings or better value.
  • Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with suppliers to ensure mutual benefit and long-term collaboration.
  • Monitor vendor performance quality, pricing consistency, lead times and provide feedback or corrective action as needed.
  • Benchmark vendor pricing against competitors and industry standards.
  • Work closely with internal teams to understand material, part, or service needs before engaging vendors.
  • Maintain clear documentation of all communications, quotes, and pricing agreements.
  • Suggest opportunities for vendors to provide added services or better terms (e.g., faster turnaround, lower minimums, bulk discounts)

Requirements :

  • Proven experience in vendor negotiation, procurement, or supply chain management ( 3+ years ).
  • Excellent spoken and written English for direct communication with vendors (phone, email, meetings).
  • Strong analytical and research skills for comparing pricing, quality, and terms.
  • Confident and persuasive communication style while maintaining professionalism.
  • High attention to detail and organization in tracking vendor agreements and follow-ups.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and capable of identifying new vendor opportunities
  • Reliable internet, functional computer and quiet work environment.
  • Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills :

  • Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or materials procurement (especially sheet goods, hardware, CNC supplies or auto parts).
  • Background in supply chain optimization or vendor consolidation initiatives.
  • Equal Opportunity Statement :

    GuildSteam LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

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