Manager of Strategic Partnerships

AccruePartners; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Team Environment

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the automotive sector that values core principles and fosters a family-like team environment. This role is vital for overseeing product improvements, managing inventory, and enhancing supplier relationships. You'll be at the forefront of driving growth through strategic vendor management and collaboration with franchisees. If you thrive in a competitive and detail-oriented environment and are passionate about innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you. Experience a culture that prioritizes growth and teamwork while making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in vendor relationship management and negotiations.
• Strong Excel skills for reporting and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product lineup, manage inventory, and collaborate on innovations.
• Cultivate supplier relationships and negotiate purchasing deals.

Skills

Vendor Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Excel (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables)

Time Management

Understanding of Automotive Accessories

Job description

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• 60-million-dollar company, private equity owned, industry leader in the automotive sector.
• Core values are important to them at all levels of employment.
• Great team environment with real family feel to the company.

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU:

• Opportunity for growth within the company.
• Opportunity to work in a competitive, highly organized, detail-oriented, creative, and outgoing environment.

LOCATION:

• On-site in Charlotte

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT:

• Oversee product lineup improvement, analyze performance, manage inventory, and collaborate on new innovations and product promotions. Handle warranty claims, product data maintenance, and monthly revenue forecasting.
• Cultivate supplier relationships, ensure product/service quality, and negotiate purchasing deals with warehouse distributors and manufacturers to enhance franchisee offerings.
• Communicate product updates to franchisees, analyze vendor performance, and collaborate with field representatives to maximize product acceptance and sales opportunities.
• Serve as the main contact for key vendors, including warehouse distributors, equipment suppliers, and service programs, driving growth through strategic management, negotiation, and program refinement.
• Administer rebate programs for franchisees, ensuring timely and accurate payouts, and optimizing performance to drive product growth and franchisee satisfaction.

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS:

• 3+ years of experience building and maintaining vendor relationships and partnerships
• Skilled in vendor negotiations and contract management
• Experience with Excel, reporting (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables, etc)
• Strong organization and time management skills with track record of meeting deadlines
• Understanding of automotive accessories

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Manufacturing