Director of Procurement & Vendor Relations

Tampa, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
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 Director of Procurement & Vendor Relations leads enterprise-wide vendor strategy to drive cost efficiency revenue generation and franchisee value. This role is responsible for developing a scalable high-performing vendor ecosystem that delivers competitively priced high-quality products and services while supporting brand standards and long-term growth.

This leader owns vendor selection contract negotiations rebate and revenue-share programs and forecasting while also overseeing vendor onboarding education sponsorships and network adoption. The role partners closely with Finance Operations Marketing and Franchise Leadership to ensure procurement and vendor initiatives directly impact profitability quality and franchise success.

What Youll Do (Responsibilities of the Role)

Vendor Strategy & Financial Impact

Develop and execute procurement and vendor strategies that balance cost quality service and scalability.

Own rebate profit-sharing and vendor revenue programs ensuring accurate forecasting and profitability.

Forecast vendor-related income and identify new revenue-generating opportunities.

Drive cost reductions while improving product and service quality across the network.

Vendor Selection & Contract Management

Lead RFPs competitive bidding processes and vendor evaluations to secure best-value partnerships.

Identify vet negotiate and onboard vendors aligned with brand standards and operational needs.

Negotiate contracts that deliver long-term value favorable pricing and performance accountability.

Franchise & Network Enablement

Standardize procurement policies and ensure compliance across the franchise system.

Oversee vendor onboarding product testing and pilot programs to support system-wide scalability.

Collaborate cross-functionally to promote vendor success stories and best practices.

Leadership & Influence

Build strong mutually beneficial vendor partnerships rooted in trust and accountability.

Influence internal stakeholders and franchisees through data-driven insights and clear communication.

Lead a self-funded or revenue-positive vendor management function.

What You Bring (Experience Needed for the Role)

Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Operations or a related field.

57 years of experience in procurement vendor management sourcing or strategic partnerships.

Required: Experience supporting a franchise or multi-unit business with $250M in system-wide sales.

Demonstrated success in:

o Rebate programs profit-sharing and vendor-driven revenue generation

o Driving down costs while improving quality and service levels

o Negotiating complex high-value contracts

Strong financial acumen with experience in forecasting margin improvement and cost analysis.

Proven ability to influence without authority; tactful confident communicator.

Strategic thinker with a hands-on results-driven mindset.

Highly organized adaptable and focused on continuous improvement.

Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools (Asana Trello).

Experience with ERP/vendor systems (SAP Oracle Coupa) preferred.

Familiarity with marketing tools (Canva Adobe Suite) a plus.

Flexible work from home options available.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Opportunities With College HUNKS

As Seen on ABCs Shark Tank CBSs Undercover Boss HGTVs House Hunters CNBCs Blue-Collar Millionaires and more. With nearly 200 franchise locations across North America College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving (CHHJ/M) is one of the largest and fastest growing franchise opportunities. The company is a multi-year consecutive winner of the INC 5000 Fastest Growing Companies award and headquartered in beautiful sunny Tampa FL. The Brand Central team provides franchise support to the franchise owners across the country and operates a World Class Sales and Loyalty Center.

A purpose-driven values-based socially conscious organization that has been recognized as one of the Top Places to Work and is known for its unique and fun company culture CHHJ/M is an ideal place to flourish and grow as a professional.

COMPANY MISSION: To live our four core values of Building Leaders; Always Branding; Listen Fulfill and Delight; and Creating a Fun Enthusiastic Team Environment. To always provide our brand promise of a stress-free moving or hauling experience and always provide our clients with H.U.N.K.S. (which stands for Honest Uniformed Nice Knowledgeable Service).

College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving - Corp Office is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee and not to College Hunks Hauling Junk Corporate.

Required Experience:

Director

Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingBonus based on performanceCompany partiesCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offParental leaveTraining & developmentVision insuranceWellness resourcesAbout the Role: The Director of Procurement & Vendo...