Vendor Compliance Coordinator

Sprout

154d

About The Position

Sprout is a global IT hardware retirement provider for hyperscaler and enterprise clients. We leverage a nationwide footprint (and international partner network) combined with proprietary software to enable efficient end-to-end IT asset disposition (ITAD) with a focus on data-bearing devices from the client to the cloud. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with additional operations near Sacramento, Dallas, and Boston. Sprout provides software and services to clients in the form of our IT Asset Disposition, Certified Destruction, and Responsible Recycling solutions. Since our founding as an electronic waste startup from a Duke University dorm room in 2014, we have been expanding at an average rate of >66% each year. By adhering to our 3 values (One Sprout, Deliver Excellence, and Integrity Matters), we are proud of our culture to move at #SproutSpeed to become the emerging leader in our industry. We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive DSV (Downstream Vendor) Management Associate to join our Compliance team. In this role, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of our downstream vendors, ensuring alignment with R2v3 and e-Stewards standards. You will be the key compliance liaison for vendor relationships — from onboarding and document management to audit preparation — playing a critical part in our commitment to ethical and responsible IT asset disposition.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in vendor management, compliance, or a combination of both
• Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail and document accuracy
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Monday.com, and ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
• Basic understanding (or willingness to learn) of ITAD, electronics recycling, or reverse logistics industry
• Knowledge of R2v3 is required; e-Stewards understanding is a plus

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred
• Equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of formal education

Responsibilities

• Own the onboarding process for all new downstream vendors, ensuring compliance documentation is collected and verified
• Manage annual vendor recertification and update cycles
• Maintain complete and accurate compliance documentation in SharePoint and ERP systems
• Proactively research and source new vendors that align with organizational goals and compliance frameworks
• Serve as the primary compliance point of contact for vendors, handling all audit-related coordination and document reviews
• Support external audits by preparing vendor-related documentation in accordance with R2v3 and e-Stewards expectations
• Ensure vendor records are accurate, current, and meet internal standards and external audit readiness
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to identify, onboard and evaluate performance of vendors
• Use internal platforms including SharePoint, Monday.com, ERP, and Microsoft Office Suite for daily work
• Occasionally analyze data and reports via Power BI and Metabase to monitor vendor compliance health
• Additional items may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees