Senior Specialist, Vendor Management

Who We AreButcherBox is a certified B Corp headquartered in Boston, and honored to be celebrating our fourth year in a row on Inc.'s list of Best Workplaces. At ButcherBox, we believe in better. That’s why we deliver 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef, free-range organic chicken, pork raised crate-free, and wild-caught seafood directly to our members’ doors. All of our products are humanely raised or wild-caught and never given antibiotics or added hormones ever.We’re working to build a world that’s better for all, and we’re inviting everyone to come along. For us, better means treating our planet with respect. It means improving the lives of animals and the livelihoods of farmers. It means never cutting corners when it comes to doing business. Ultimately, it means better meals, enjoyed together. Our team is made up of people who collaborate and support one another. We’re always looking for outstanding people to join our mission!Role OverviewButcherBox operates in an asset-light model, partnering with a diverse network of external suppliers and service providers. The Vendor Management Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring these partnerships are strong, accountable, and aligned with our standards and values. This role is primarily internally facing, ensuring the success of our vendor onboarding and management system, and will assist in some external negotiations.This role is ideal for a highly organized, relationship-driven project leader who thrives at the center of complex cross-functional work. You’ll partner closely with procurement, quality, legal, finance, operations, and impact teams to coordinate how we onboard, manage, and continuously improve our vendor ecosystem.You won’t be expected to have all the answers on day one — but you will be expected to bring structure, clarity, follow-through, and strong stakeholder alignment. This role reports to the Senior Director of Impact & Strategic Initiatives and works closely with Legal and Finance leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn & Operate the Vendor Management ProcessServe as the day-to-day owner of the company’s vendor management lifecycle — onboarding, classification, performance tracking, renewal, and offboardingPartner with internal stakeholders (marketing, IT, legal, finance, operations) to define vendor requirements and evaluation criteriaLead the quote collection process (RFQs/RFPs where applicable), ensuring timely and comparable submissionsPartner with internal business owners to ensure vendors meet commercial, quality, social, and environmental expectationsOwn lower-dollar negotiations (renewals, scope adjustments, pricing discussions, remediation timelines)Support senior leaders in larger or more complex negotiations by preparing materials, tracking commitments, and documenting outcomesMaintain vendor standards, onboarding processes, and performance frameworksDrive clarity and follow-through on corrective action plansStrengthen Vendor Relationships & AlignmentSupport commercial and non-commercial vendor discussions related to standards, expectations, and performancePrepare leaders for negotiations by organizing trade-offs across cost, risk, performance, and valuesEnsure contractual terms align with operational realitiesBuild strong, trust-based relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partnersManage Risk & Drive AccountabilityIdentify and escalate vendor-related risks in partnership with cross-functional teamsCoordinate response plans when performance gaps or compliance issues ariseFacilitate structured decision-making when escalation or vendor transitions are neededSupport B Corp & Standards AlignmentHelp ensure vendor practices align with B Corp standards and other certificationsSupport tracking of vendor commitments tied to social, environmental, and ethical standardsTranslate evolving standards into clear vendor requirements and internal workflowsReporting & Continuous ImprovementPrepare clear, executive-ready summaries on vendor performance, risk exposure, and improvement initiativesIdentify opportunities to improve vendor management tools, workflows, and reportingHelp mature the process as the company growsLeverage technology (including AI tools) to improve efficiency and visibilityWho You Are3+ years of experience in vendor management, operations, procurement, supply chain, or similar cross-functional environmentsDemonstrated ability to manage complex workstreams with multiple stakeholdersStrong project management skills — you bring clarity, organization, and follow-throughA natural relationship builder who can influence without direct authorityComfortable navigating ambiguity and balancing competing prioritiesStrong written and verbal communicatorCurious, systems-oriented, and motivated to continuously improve how things workPersonally aligned with high standards of integrity and accountabilityPreferred AttributesExperience in food, agriculture, or complex supply chainsExperience working in or with certified B CorporationsCommercially minded with strong judgment and pragmatismComfortable navigating tension between cost, speed, and standardsExperience leveraging AI to improve processes, systems, etc.Why This Role MattersThis role is foundational to protecting and advancing the company’s credibility as a pioneer in the meat and seafood industry and ensuring our ability to mitigate risks and identify opportunities through our asset-light business model. By ensuring that commitments are governed with rigor and executed consistently, this role enables the company to lead with integrity—internally and externally.Salary - $80,000-117,000What We OfferOur ValuesWe are a mission-driven company and strive to embody our values in every step of the process. ButcherBox is driven by relentless improvement, accountability, humility, and customer obsession. We want our workplace to be one of growth and learning where everyone can be safe/comfortable to show up as their authentic self to work. Anyone who loves our products and goals is welcome here! We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer aspiring to incite positive change in the pastures, the fulfillment centers, the office, and the world.BenefitsHealth: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, an employer-funded HSA, and short & long-term disability benefitsFinancial: 401(k) with generous employer matchAnnual bonus based on company performanceTime off: unlimited paid time off policy, 20 weeks parental leave, an executive team that encourages a good work/life balancePersonal growth: Annual Learning & Development stipend, and access to a range of personal and professional coaching solutions through BetterUpFood: a free Custom Classic ButcherBox each month and weekly lunch reimbursementOthers: reimbursement for wellness activities, an exceptional EAP, fertility benefits, life insurance and moreButcherBox is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment at all steps in the hiring process. Every qualified applicant will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are happy provide reasonable accommodations during our hiring process. Please click here if you need to request an accommodation for your interview.ButcherBox does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in any part of our hiring process. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.