Vendor and Home Automation Manager

About us:
HomeRoom is a Y-Combinator-backed residential real estate marketplace that simplifies remote investing and streamlines affordable renting. Our platform currently has 750 units in 31 cities across six major metros. We’ve housed more than 1,000 people in HomeRooms (tour a HomeRoom here), and we expect this number to reach 50,000 by 2024. We have raised a seed round and are looking to grow extremely quickly.

Take a virtual tour of one of our homes here –> Click to view/show/?m=J5aio3bpueZ

Our vision:
We want to be in every major metro in the US in the next five years. We believe cities are best when people can actually afford to live there, and our goal is to be an instrumental part of housing innovation to make that happen at scale. We move incredibly fast while remaining dedicated to our mission – to change the way people rent.

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join our team as a Vendor and Home Automation Manager. This role primarily involves managing landscaper and maid vendors, as well as overseeing the operation and maintenance of doorbell systems and smart home hubs. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong vendor management experience, and a solid understanding of home automation technologies.

•Starting pay will be $7-$12 per hour Depending on your experience.
• Training will be provided. But your experience is a deal breaker. Pay can be higher if you already have a background as a Vendor Manager for a Property Management Company. We can discuss this during our meeting.

Responsibilities:

Vendor Management:
-Identify, evaluate, and select landscaper and maid vendors based on specific requirements and company standards.
-Establish and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, ensuring timely and quality services.
-Conduct regular vendor performance evaluations and provide feedback, addressing any issues or concerns.
-Coordinate vendor schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage and timely completion of tasks.

Landscaper Management:
-Collaborate with landscaper vendors to develop and execute landscaping plans that align with company guidelines and customer preferences.
-Monitor and inspect landscaping projects, ensuring compliance with quality standards and deadlines.
-Manage landscaping budgets, tracking expenses, and recommend cost-effective measures.
-Ensure the proper maintenance and care of outdoor spaces, including lawns, trees, and irrigation systems.
-Address any landscaping-related issues promptly and coordinate necessary repairs or maintenance.
-Manage landscaping budgets, tracking expenses, and recommend cost-effective measures.
-Ensure the proper maintenance and care of outdoor spaces, including lawns, trees, and irrigation systems.
-Address any landscaping-related issues promptly and coordinate necessary repairs or maintenance.

Maid Vendor Management:
-Coordinate with maid vendors to develop and implement cleaning schedules and protocols that meet company and customer requirements.
-Monitor and assess the quality of cleaning services provided by vendors, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
-Review maid grades and coordinate return clean visits.

Doorbell Systems and Home Automation:
-Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of doorbell systems and smart home hubs.
-Troubleshoot technical issues related to doorbell systems and home automation, collaborating with vendors or technical support as needed.
-Stay up to date with the latest advancements in home automation technologies and make recommendations for upgrades or improvements.
-Review weekly/biweekly all doorbells to ensure that you know all parts of the property and there are no surprises. Identifying issues from maid grades, landscaping, and ensuring to take action.

Requirements:
-Proven experience in vendor management, preferably in a similar role.
-Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
-Knowledge of landscaping principles, techniques, and materials.
-Familiarity with home automation systems, including doorbell systems, smart home hubs, and related technologies.
-Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate with vendors or technical support teams.
-Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
-Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

Join our team and contribute to creating a well-maintained, efficient, and technologically advanced environment for our customers. Apply now and be part of our commitment to exceptional service and customer satisfaction.

If you’re interested:

1. Kindly send your resume to Click to view

2. Next, Make the Subject of your Application – Your Next Vendor and Home Automation Manager

3. Kindly include the following in your email
– A screenshot of your internet speed test and equipment specs taken recently.
– Your recording link from Vocaroo answering the following questions:
*Tell us about yourself and your experiences in a similar role
*What are your recent achievements in your career
*What makes you the right hire for this role

4. Kindly include the link to your LinkedIn Profile

IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE DO NOT APPLY if you do not have the required competencies. Strictly follow the application guidelines – Only those who followed the instructions will qualify, and we will schedule you for an initial interview since we are looking to onboard someone ASAP. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS HERE.

This is a great company, with lots of perks available for the right person. Hoping to see you on board soon!