Job Title: Vendor Pre-Qualifier / Appointment Setter

Location: Remote

Type: Part-Time, Full-Time

Role Overview:

The Vendor Pre-Qualifier will play a critical role in sourcing, vetting, and pre-qualifying vendors to ensure compliance with government funding opportunities and internal governance standards. This role is central to the company’s B2G (Business-to-Government) initiatives, working closely with internal teams to streamline vendor onboarding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess potential vendors for government and corporate projects, including low-hanging opportunities with high revenue potential.
• Pre-qualify vendors based on compliance, capabilities, and alignment with project requirements.
• Work closely with internal teams (operations, compliance, legal, and vendor management) to ensure vendors meet eligibility criteria.
• Communicate effectively with vendors via phone and email to collect necessary documentation and information.
• Assist in monitoring and reporting on vendor pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups and updates.
• Collaborate with other teams to leverage vendor pools for both new and recurring government and corporate opportunities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in vendor management, pre-qualification, or compliance roles (B2G and B2B experience preferred).
• Familiarity with U.S. and Canada government procurement processes, RFPs, and registration requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple vendor pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills, including phone-based vendor outreach.
• Tech-savvy with the ability to navigate tools such as Sweetspot, Merckx, or similar vendor management systems.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, public administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of direct experience in vendor pre-qualification, government contracting, procurement, or compliance.
• Proven background in vetting and onboarding vendors for federal, state, or municipal programs, with a strong understanding of government funding structures.
• Demonstrated experience with complex vendor ecosystems, including managing national or multi-sector vendor pools.