Regional Relationship Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop negotiation strategies and participate in negotiations with vendors on price, delivery, terms, etc.
• Provide supporting data and analytics to ensure informed decisions are made when choosing vendors
• Conduct data analysis to support management of vendor base; provide in-depth vendor performance analysis
• Uncover/understand client objectives, challenges and needs by performing regular client needs assessments
• Proactively and reactively manage vendor relationships; leverage internal resources to enhance relationships
• Minimize cost and maximize value in the sourcing process via leveraging strategic sourcing, negotiations, etc.
• In project checks pre & post with focus on Quality Control.
• Assist Estimation and Project teams with any market issues as well as previewing fron and back end projects when necessary.
• Interact cross-functionally with all other departments and serve as an effective and value-added service for the entire organization
• Handles moderately complex issues and problems with a sense of urgency; appropriately identifies and escalates issues to department leadership
• Perform work under general supervision; carefully reviews the details and accuracy of work performed
• Performs ad-hoc projects and other duties as assigned

Preferred

• 4 years of experience in Construction, Quality Control, Customer Service, or similar

What You'll Do

Travel expected up to 40% of the time

Role Specific Skills

• Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
• System Experience: Reno Walk, Scopesy, etc

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or greater

Why Lessen

• Competitive compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability options
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Paid vacation, federal and floating holidays
• Maternity/Paternity Pay
• Career advancement opportunities

All the tools you'll need to be successful

Lessen is intentional about attracting, developing, and retaining amazing talent from diverse backgrounds. We’re looking for teammates that are enthusiastic, empathetic, curious, motivated, reliable, and will help us amplify the positive & inclusive culture we’ve been building. Lessen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.