Supply Chain Lead

Employment Type: Full-time Location Type: Remote Salary: Competitive compensation, paid twice per month - dependent on experience & location

Position Overview

AvantStay is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Supply Chain Lead to oversee and optimize procurement operations and vendor management. This role will lead a team of Procurement Associates, driving process improvements, cost efficiencies, and technology-enabled solutions to ensure the AvantStay experience is delivered in every home. The ideal candidate is operationally minded and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, and evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Procurement team through all stages of the end-to-end procurement process.
• Drive continuous process optimization by auditing internal workflows to eliminate friction, reduce costs, and improve speed at scale.
• Design and implement sourcing strategies that leverage industry best practices and align with AvantStay’s growth goals.
• Conduct regular data analysis and spend reporting to identify savings opportunities, manage budgets, and drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Research and implement technology solutions that automate workflows, enhance vendor performance tracking, and streamline procurement operations.
• Analyze and manage vendor performance, holding vendors accountable to SLAs and AvantStay quality standards.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate contracts and terms that balance cost, quality, and reliability.
• Work cross-functionally with Field Operations, Onboarding, and other stakeholders to manage inventory levels, forecast demand, and ensure timely, accurate order fulfillment.
• Oversee timely execution of purchase orders and ensure clear communication of order status and delivery updates to all stakeholders.
• Design and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and long-term scalability.
• Support product selection strategies to ensure our homes are furnished with high-quality, cost-effective items that enhance the guest experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, or a related Business field. Master's Degree preferred.
• 4+ years of procurement experience; experience in hospitality, property management, or short-term rentals is a plus.
• Strong track record in procurement process improvement, cost analysis, and vendor negotiations.
• Experience with procurement management systems and an interest in leveraging technology to drive efficiency and transparency.
• Analytical mindset with strong data skills; advanced proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets.
• A continuous improvement attitude — you challenge the status quo, ask thoughtful questions, and implement impactful solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships with internal and external partners.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible workplace - work from anywhere outside the US.
• AvantStay supports staff and guests 7 days a week.
• This role will require approximately 40 hours of work per week on a 5-days on, 2-days off schedule. Primary hours are Monday through Friday during US business hours.

Company Information

AvantStay delivers exceptional, unique stays for group travelers. We’ve built a tech-enabled millennial hospitality brand that’s setting a new standard for group experiences. We’re venture-funded and growing rapidly in the $100+ billion short-term rental industry.

When you join AvantStay, you’ll be doing work that matters alongside an experienced and dynamic team, transforming the way people travel and vacation. Your place within the colossal travel and real estate industries will leave you with a wealth of opportunities to feel both challenged to innovate and rewarded for your efforts.