Specialist III, Vendor Relations

The Specialist III oversees the assembly and national distribution of learner and faculty skills kits, ensuring timely and accurate delivery across all locations. This role manages large-scale kit preparation and coordinates with vendors, internal teams, and logistics partners to maintain operational excellence. The Specialist III acts as a central point for kit distribution, bridging the operational work of Specialist II and the oversight provided by the Senior Specialist.

• →Oversee the assembly of mass learner and faculty kits in alignment with organizational standards and timelines.
• →Coordinate with vendors and logistics partners to ensure nationwide distribution of kits, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• →Monitor inventory levels at national distribution points and facilitate restocking or replenishment as needed.
• →Conduct quality assurance checks on all kits prior to shipment, ensuring completeness and compliance with specifications.
• →Collaborate with Specialist II staff to ensure smooth handoff from sub-kit assembly to national distribution.
• →Maintain accurate records of kit assembly, shipment, and delivery using CRM, SharePoint, and other tracking systems.
• →Identify and troubleshoot issues in assembly or distribution, escalating to Senior Specialist or Supervisor as necessary.
• →Support process improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance vendor and internal team coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree required; relevant associate degree with additional experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or operational coordination, preferably in educational or healthcare settings.
• Experience managing large-scale kit assembly or distribution projects.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and CRM/inventory management systems.
• Excellent communication skills for coordination with vendors, team members, and cross-functional partners.

Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale Education Group is an equal opportunity employer.