Vendor Relations Specialist

Amerit Fleet Solutions is a leading provider of fleet maintenance and repair services across the United States. Backed by New Mountain Capital, Amerit is rapidly expanding through both acquisitions and organic growth. We deliver industry-leading service, scale, and innovation to keep America's fleets moving.

The Vendor Relations Specialist is the front line of Amerit's vendor management operation, responsible for onboarding, qualification, and day-to-day relationship management with our vendor network. This role is highly communicative—spending approximately 40% of the day on phone calls—managing both inbound vendor inquiries and outbound prospecting to identify qualified vendors that meet customer needs. The Specialist works alongside the Manager of Vendor Relations & Dispute Resolution to ensure vendors are properly set up, compliant, and performing to Amerit standards.

This position offers an excellent entry point for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems through communication, and is organized enough to manage competing priorities with accuracy.

Compensation: Competitive Pay
-Paid weekly, every Friday! Pay Range: $25.00-$27.00depending on experience.

The benefits of belonging – what’s in it for you?

• Full benefits within 30 days
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, disability insurance
• 401(k) match program
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Commitment to your safety through boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Career and learning development with an extensive training program through our Amerit University
• Employee referral program, up to $1,000 bonus
• ASE certification program with fee reimbursement and bonus
• Employee recognition platform that includes opportunities to redeem points for merchandise
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24/7 nurse triage line
• Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets
• Employee resource groups (ERGs) that foster inclusion
• Wellness and fitness programs through our provider

• Identify and research qualified vendors to meet Amerit's needs across all business segments
• Conduct initial outreach to prospective vendors; lead qualification discussions to determine fit with Amerit requirements and standards
• Partner with Manager on vendor selection and due diligence oversight

• Guide vendors through the onboarding process in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements
• Maintain and update vendor account numbers, contact information, and key documentation in Zendesk and database systems
• Ensure all required contracts, agreements, and compliance documentation are collected, filed, and current prior to vendor going live
• Develop subject matter expertise on Amerit's vendor requirements and communicate them clearly to prospective and current vendors

• Initiate, cultivate, and maintain positive, professional relationships with vendors and Amerit customers they support
• Maintain national account communications and coordination; participate in vendor calls and status updates with key accounts to ensure alignment on expectations and performance
• Monitor vendor compliance with Amerit requirements; ensure all documentation, certifications, and agreements remain current and non-expired
• Follow up with vendors to ensure customer account numbers are active, properly set up, and communicated to the field
• Maintain and organize all onboarding paperwork and account records in accordance with company standards

• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Procurement, Operations, and Management to identify and…