Job Description

Part-Time junior 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 (1+ 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 1,650 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 (1+ 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.

Skills Required