Vendor Relations Specialist

Vendor Relations Specialist

Location:

Fredericksburg, VA (In-person, Opportunities for hybrid)

Employment Type:

Full-Time

$60,000 – $75,000 base salary,

Performance-based bonus and growth ability

Benefits include health coverage, PTO, paid holidays, and professional development support

Aspetto, Inc. is seeking a high-initiative, relationship-driven Vendor Relations Specialist to actively manage, grow, and strengthen our supplier network across federal, DoD, DHS, and international programs. This role is not transactional or purely administrative. It is designed for a self-starter who enjoys building trust, opening doors, negotiating value, and serving as the face of Aspetto to key vendors and partners.

• Own day-to-day relationships with assigned vendors and manufacturers
• Actively build rapport through calls, meetings, site visits, and events
• Represent Aspetto professionally with external partners
• Identify new vendor opportunities aligned with Aspetto programs
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and value-add opportunities
• Maintain regular engagement cadence with vendors
• Support RFQs, quotes, and delivery orders
• Coordinate with internal Procurement and Operations teams
• Maintain vendor data in CRM/ERP systems
• Track commitments and follow-ups
• Recommend process improvements

• 2+ years in vendor relations, procurement, or sales-adjacent roles
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Independent, self-directed work style
• Clear written and verbal communication

• Federal/ LE/ Military experience
• Familiarity with GSA Advantage or eBuy
• Willingness to travel for vendor engagement

Aspetto is an 8(a) certified, ISO 9001-accredited defense and technology solutions provider supporting high-impact federal and inte