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Vanlife Customs

Buyer - Purchasing - Full Time

4 days ago by Vanlife Customs
  • Salary negotiable
  • Arvada, CO, US
  • Full-time
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Full-time Vendor Relations & Purchasing Coordinator role supporting a custom campervan fabrication shop, acting as the link between the build team and suppliers by placing, tracking, and receiving orders. Vanlife Customs (Colorado-based) designs and builds highly customized, handcrafted vans. Standout perk: hands-on role in a creative custom build environment with close collaboration across operations and production.

Key skills
Purchasing / procurementVendor relationship managementOrder tracking and receivingInventory controlInventory management softwareGoogle WorkspaceSupplier/product research and sourcing alternativesLogistics coordinationWarehouse equipment operation (forklift experience a plus)
Salary not listed — comparable full-time purchasing/vendor coordinator roles in the Arvada/Denver, CO market often pay roughly $50k–$70k depending on experience.
You'll thrive here if you’re an early-career, detail-oriented multitasker who enjoys building vendor relationships and supporting a hands-on custom fabrication team onsite.
Why apply
  • Work on highly customized van builds
  • Collaborate with passionate build team
  • Hands-on, in-person fabrication environment
Vendor Relations & Purchasing Coordinator Proudly based in Colorado, we design and build custom vans that combine functionality, craftsmanship, and adventure-ready design. Each project is handcrafted by a passionate team of technicians, builders, designers, and craftspeople who care deeply about quality and customer experience. We're not a production line, we're a crew of problem-solvers and creators who take pride in turning our customers' dreams into reality. We specialize in highly customized campervan builds, van upgrades, and remodels. With close to 200 vans built and hundreds serviced, our experience gives us deep insight into what works best for life on the road. Our team thrives on collaboration, problem-solving, and pushing the boundaries of design and engineering to craft vans that are as functional as they are beautiful.

We are looking for a Vendor Relations & Purchasing Coordinator to serve as the vital bridge between our talented build team and the high-quality parts that make our vans possible. This role is a perfect match for someone who is eager to cultivate meaningful professional relationships within a creative, custom fabrication environment. This position is perfect for an early-career professional who is a natural multi-tasker and eager to learn the ropes of a custom fabrication shop. Vendor Partnership Management:

Act as the primary liaison by placing, tracking, and receiving orders, while thoughtfully setting up new accounts as our needs grow. Research and identify alternative products or suppliers to ensure our projects remain on track, even when supply chains are disrupted. Supportive Procurement:

Supply Chain Resilience:

Research and identify alternative products or suppliers when supply chains are disrupted. Work within our inventory management software to improve visibility for the entire team and reconcile any delivery discrepancies. Process Improvement:

Collaborate with operations and production teams to refine materials management processes.

Experience

1+ year of experience in purchasing, inventory control, or logistics. Technical Skills:

Strong computer skills, including Google Workspace. Software:

Ability to move packages and safely operate warehouse equipment, as needed (forklift experience a plus). Local candidates only; must be available for an in-person trial period of up to one week before hire Reports to:

Project Manager Employment Type:

Full-time, salaried

Reference: 22598_2659933518·Original posting
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