• Vendor Account Specialist

    Aston Carter (Tempe, AZ)


     

    Pay: $23/hour

    Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (100% On-Site)

    About the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Transportation Specialist to support vendors and sellers utilizing freight distribution services. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex problems, and are passionate about delivering exceptional service.Key Responsibilities

     

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, ensuring timely and efficient freight pickups.

    + Investigate and resolve missed pickups using internal tools, data analysis, and cross-functional communication.

    + Analyze daily reports to identify service gaps and implement solutions.

    + Manage a growing portfolio of vendors—starting with 50 and expanding to 175 within 8 weeks.

    + Communicate primarily through written channels to coordinate with stakeholders and vendors.

    + Collaborate with internal teams to reroute hauls and manage inbound transportation logistics.

    What You’ll Work On

    + Managing scheduled pickups and rerouting freight hauls (18-wheelers).

    + Analyzing data to identify trends and resolve issues.

    + Building strong vendor relationships and ensuring service excellence.

    + Using Excel and internal systems to track and report on vendor performance.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    + Experience in vendor relations or account management within transportation/logistics.

    + Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Excellent written communication skills.

    Preferred:

    + Bachelor’s degree (not required).

    + Demonstrated ability to think critically and work independently.

    + Proven track record of job stability and career progression.

    Ideal Candidate Traits

    + Enjoys solving puzzles and thinking outside the box.

    + Comfortable making decisions with limited information.

    + Takes ownership of their work and drives results.

    + Aligns with Amazon’s leadership principles: Customer Obsession, Bias for Action, and Deliver Results.

    Daily Workflow

    + Morning team meetings to review plans and recap previous day’s performance.

    + Vendor assignment and activity tracking via Excel.

    + Outreach to vendors to identify and resolve shipment issues.

    + Continuous problem-solving and data analysis to ensure freight is picked up on time

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Tempe,AZ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.