Global Supplier Development Manager

Lensa; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology distributor seeks a Supplier Professional in Columbia, SC, to enhance supplier relationships and drive financial performance. The role involves managing supplier business plans, aligning goals, and identifying new opportunities, requiring a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in supplier management.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

401K and Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• Typically 8+ years of experience in supplier management.
• Expert knowledge of industry best practices.
• Ability to develop solutions for complex challenges.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the supplier business plan.
• Identifies and drives new supplier opportunities.
• Supports cross-functional communication in negotiations.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Relationship Management

Business Analysis

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Who We Are

We are Newark, an Avnet Company, part of Farnell Global, the fast and reliable distributor of products and technology for electronic and industrial system design, maintenance, and repair. From research and design through prototype to production, we are here to help you access the products and services you need 24/7. With more than 80 years of experience, 47 localized websites, and a dedicated team of over 3,500 employees, we provide every component you need to build the technology of tomorrow.

Farnell Global trades as Farnell in Europe, Newark in North America, and element14 throughout Asia Pacific. We also sell direct to consumers through a network of resellers, and our CPC business in the UK.

We have been part of the established global technology distributor, Avnet, since 2016. Today, this relationship allows us to support our customers at every stage of the product life cycle, offering a truly unique distribution model, as well as expertise in end-to-end delivery and product design.

This individual must reside at any location with an Avnet/Newark office

Job Summary

Supplier professional focused on the strategic leadership and relationship of company suppliers to achieve the best financial performance and relationship with assigned product lines.

Principal Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the supplier business plan and implementation process throughout the organization, leveraging supplier strengths and resources on behalf of the supplier and communicating supplier benefits to the company.
• Aligns goals and objectives of the supplier with the company to ensure mutual achievement.
• Determines, monitors, and recommends plans for the supplier, company business relationship on tactical and strategic levels.
• Participates in supplier business reviews, providing data and engaging in resolving issues.
• Identifies and drives new supplier opportunities, especially in developing new services that combine supplier resources with market needs to create unique value propositions.
• Supports cross-functional communication with product groups in price negotiations and market insights.
• Manages activities and programs to improve the supplier’s performance and meet Avnet's financial goals.
• Performs analysis and reports on various program impacts for the supplier.
• Manages forecasting, pipeline requirements, and rebate projections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications

• Expert knowledge of industry best practices; considered a subject matter expert and contributes to developing new concepts and standards.
• Develops solutions for highly complex challenges, evaluating alternatives and improving policies and procedures.
• Works independently toward long-term goals, often self-initiated, and may serve as a team lead or mentor.
• Acts as a consultant or spokesperson on major initiatives impacting policies, plans, and long-range objectives.
• Decisions may significantly impact the organization’s reputation and resources.

Work Experience

• Typically 8+ years with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience providing comparable knowledge and skills.

What We Offer

Our total rewards strategy supports attracting, engaging, developing, and rewarding employees, promoting diversity and inclusion. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K and Pension Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Education Assistance
• Employee Development Resources
• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development, and Mentorship Programs

Benefits may vary depending on employment specifics. These statements describe general responsibilities and are not exhaustive.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations, contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting