Procurement & Vendor Relations Manager In Tampa, FL

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

About the Role: The Procurement & Vendor Relations Manager drives vendor strategy, cost efficiency, and franchise support by ensuring access to high-quality, competitively priced products and services. This role oversees vendor selection, contract negotiation, procurement strategy, and revenue forecasting while also managing sponsorships, vendor education, and onboarding programs that strengthen the network.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute strategies balancing cost, quality, and efficiency.
• Analyze spend data with Finance and Operations to identify savings.
• Standardize procurement policies and ensure compliance network-wide.
• Lead RFPs and bidding processes to secure best-value partnerships.
• Identify, vet, and onboard vendors aligned with brand needs.
• Negotiate and manage contracts for long-term value.
• Review vendor performance and pricing regularly.
• Build strong, mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Manage rebate and revenue-share programs.
• Forecast vendor-related income and identify profitability opportunities.
• Use data insights to drive margin improvements.
• Oversee vendor onboarding and product testing.
• Lead pilot programs and system enhancements for scalability.
• Create vendor marketing and education programs to boost adoption.
• Coordinate vendor participation in company events and sponsorships.
• Collaborate across teams to promote vendor success stories.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards and policies.
• Maintain strong communication and reporting with internal teams.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Operations, or Supply Chain.
• 3-5 years' experience in vendor management, procurement, or sourcing.
• Proven skills in negotiation, forecasting, and vendor relations.
• Franchise or multi-unit business experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Strategic mindset with financial acumen.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office, project management tools (Asana, Trello), and vendor/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
• Familiarity with marketing tools (Canva, Adobe Suite) a plus.
• Results-driven, collaborative, and solutions-oriented.
• Confident communicator and influencer.
• Organized, adaptable, and focused on continuous improvement.