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Manager, Supplier Programs (focus on Small Business, CA)
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A Procurement or Sourcing Manager manages the procurement of supplies for a company or organization. Develops policies and schedules for regular procurements. Trains and supervises staff, develops relationships with suppliers, researches and inspects supplies, and negotiates supply and shipping prices.
$133,322 / year median in North Carolina
+4% projected growth
Job Description
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. This posting has been extended beyond it's anticipated closing date. Do you thrive in driving strategic supplier initiatives that create measurable impact? Spectrum is seeking a dedicated Manager, Supplier Programs to lead the coordination and management of supplier programs within our Procurement Operations Team. You will be the primary contact for supplier engagement, oversee small business participation, and ensure compliance and reporting accuracy. Your leadership will help strengthen small business capabilities and support organizational goals, making a meaningful difference across our operations. How You'll Make an Impact Coordinate and manage supplier engagement to achieve organizational goals with a focus on small business participation Develop and implement supplier programs that prioritize small business involvement and community-focused sourcing Partner with leadership to identify goals and oversee the execution of supplier programs for strategic outcomes Manage processes and controls for accurate reporting of supplier program spending and community activities in Spectrum Procurement Systems Collaborate with the Procurement Analytics Team to measure, analyze, and report spending and supplier activity organization-wide Monitor supplier performance, program effectiveness, and impact metrics, reporting results to leadership Propose initiatives for supplier development, including capacity building, mentorship, and networking to enhance small business capabilities Working Conditions Office-based environment Travel required 10-15% What You'll Bring to Spectrum Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Experience 3+ years of supplier program management or related experience 3 years of management experience 2+ years of data analytics and presentation experience Skills Proficient in Windows office tools and strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint experience Superior organizational, analytical, and relationship-building skills Outstanding verbal communication, report development, and written presentation skills Ability to work independently with minimal direction Skilled at managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Excellent problem-solving abilities Strong customer service orientation Preferred Qualifications Experience Experience with