What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Relations Specialist position at Teq?
About Us:
Teq is a leading Educational Technology company providing products, instructional and technical services and support nationally to the K-12 marketplace. Teq employs over 115 employees and is based in our Huntington Station, NY with a presence in 20 states in the U.S. Our mission is to empower schools with a unique blend of expert service, cutting-edge products, and unparalleled support, fostering creativity and passion in the 21st-century learning environment. We have been serving the educational community since 1972. The company offers a uniquely innovative approach to selling relevant solutions to schools we call “the complete thought”.
We are seeking a proactive Vendor Specialist to drive excellence in our product and program enablement. Based in our Huntington Station office, you won’t just manage relationships—you’ll own them. You will lead vendor-specific initiatives, transform complex sales data into actionable insights, and serve as the ultimate product authority for our marketing and sales collateral. This is a high-impact opportunity for a self-starter who excels at juggling strategic planning with hands-on execution.
*This is an in-office role
Responsibilities in this role:
- Strategic Vendor Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for our vendors. You’ll lead regular business reviews and ensure their roadmaps align with our long-term goals.
- Product & Program Enablement: You won’t just pass along information; you’ll lead the charge on rolling out new vendor initiatives, training programs, and incentives.
- Product Authority & Asset Management: You are the final authority on product accuracy. From technical presentations to monthly pricing matrices, you will partner with marketing to ensure our sales enablement materials are flawless.
- Data Analysis: You’ll dive into vendor sales data, finding the trends and insights that help us make smarter business decisions and which products are moving the needle for educators.
What You’ll Bring to the team:
- Experience:
- 2–4 years of experience in product management, vendor management sales enablement, product marketing or a related specialist role.
- Proven track record of managing marketing collateral and coordinating with sales teams.
- Experience in the K-12 Education or EdTech industry is a significant plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, Business, Marketing or a related field.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint.(HubSpot a plus)
- Strong communication skills- both written and oral.
- A proactive, multitasking self-starter who excels in fast-paced environments.
- Willing and able to work onsite five days per week in Huntington, Long Island, NY
What We Offer:
- Compensation and bonus range: $55,000-$70,000 (commensurate with experience and EdTech background)
- Generous PTO and 15 paid holidays.
- Comprehensive insurance packages include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
- 401k savings plan with company match.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- Regular training and professional development opportunities.
- A vibrant company culture with in-office perks like daily snacks, holiday celebrations, discounted products, and more!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in the education sector, we want to hear from you!
Teq is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, belonging, and inclusion. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law.