Vendor Relationship Coordinator

Kapitol Group is one of Australia’s fastest-growing construction companies, transforming the industry through innovation, technology, and a commitment to excellence. We’re driven by our core values—Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational, Driven, and Customer-Centric—and we’re looking for a talented Trade Partner Coordinator to support the establishment, maintenance and effective management of business partnerships between Kapitol Group and our current and future pool of Trade Partners (vendors/sub-contractors) within our new and emerging Trade Partner Engagement Framework.

Why Kapitol Group?

• Career Growth: Advance your skills with leadership and professional development programs.
• Innovative Work: Be part of industry-leading projects powered by cutting-edge technology.
• Well-Being Focus: Enjoy a safe, sustainable, and flexible working environment.
• Recognition & Impact: Contribute to award-winning projects that make a difference.
• Inclusive work place: We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate Trade Partner (vendor/sub-contractor) pre-qualification assessments.
• Identify and drive improvements in our Trade Partner performance and processes.
• Manage Trade Partner training programs and track progress.
• Support the implementation of a Vendor Management System (VMS).
• Coordinate reviews and ensure Trade Partner compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop training materials and platforms
• Work collaboratively with other functions within the organisation to support the required development of required Trade Partner training material and platform/s
• Drive continuous improvement across our Trade Partner Management processes

Who You Are:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in vendor relationship management, procurement or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with VMS.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Strong relationship building, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to juggle multiple priorities and context switch quickly
• A strong team focus, and highly motivated with a growth attitude
• Project management, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills preferred.

What’s In It for You?

• Enjoy a balanced 5-day work week and flexible working environment.
• Benefit from unparalleled training programs, fast-tracked career growth, exposure to projects across a variety of sectors.
• Access exclusive perks such as free health assessments and paid parental leave for both primary and secondary care givers.
• Join an organisation that believes in breaking down silos and fostering open, dynamic internal communications.

Kapitol value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We are recognised by the Diversity Council of Australia as an Inclusive Employer 2024-25. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, life stages, cultures, faiths, sexual orientation, and genders.