Villa · 6 days ago
Vendor Relations Specialist
California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$104K/yr - $122K/yr
5+ years expVilla Homes is building America’s leading next-generation homebuilding platform, aiming to provide the easiest and most cost-efficient way to build homes. The Vendor Relations Specialist will drive initiatives in vendor management, oversee compliance, and enhance vendor performance while supporting the team in a fast-paced environment.
ArchitectureConstructionReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Bid coordination: pull together scope docs, gather vendor quotes, compile bid packages
Vendor communications: pricing requests, scope clarifications, schedule confirmations, follow-ups
Case queue work: pick up cases, respond to requests, chase down stalled items
Compliance admin: pull insurance certs, verify licenses, update tracking sheets, send renewal reminders
Vendor onboarding execution: send contracts, enroll in wrap insurance, set up portal access, train vendors
Own the vendor lifecycle strategy: onboarding, compliance, performance management, and network expansion
Lead vendor compliance programs: license verification, insurance tracking, and safety documentation
Drive vendor performance management: define KPIs, build scorecards, and lead conversations with underperforming vendors
Lead annual pricing coordination: manage updates across the vendor network, analyze competitiveness, and recommend changes
Be the go-to expert on vendor operations, sought out by PMs, Supers, and leadership for advice on vendor issues
Qualification
Required
5+ years in construction operations or vendor management
Proven track record leading cross-functional initiatives
Strong project management and communication skills
Experience building processes that scale
Experience in residential construction, modular/factory-built housing, or ADU development
Background in vendor management, procurement, or supply chain
Familiarity with compliance requirements in construction (licensing, insurance, safety)
Able to work in the US without sponsorship
Benefits
High-quality healthcare
Retirement savings plans
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
Company
Villa
Villa is California's #1 provider of prefab ADUs, primary residences and multifamily developments.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$75.53MKey Investors
UnlessAtomic
2025-04-29Series A· $25.26M
2023-07-10Series Unknown· $6.25M
2022-12-28Series Unknown· $29.02M
Leadership Team
Sean Roberts
Chief Executive Officer
James Connolly
Co-Founder & President
Recent News
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