Manager, Supplier Programs (focus on Small Business, CA)

Spectrum; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 99,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum is seeking a 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 and oversee small business participation, ensuring compliance and reporting accuracy.

Your leadership will help strengthen small business capabilities and support Spectrum’s organizational goals, making a meaningful impact across our operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• 3+ years of supplier program management or related experience.
• 3 years of management experience.
• 2+ years of data analytics and presentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage supplier engagement with a focus on small business participation.
• Develop and implement supplier programs prioritizing small business involvement.
• Partner with leadership to set goals and oversee execution of supplier programs.
• Manage reporting processes for supplier program spending and community activities.
• Collaborate with Procurement Analytics to measure spending and activity organization-wide.
• Monitor supplier performance, program effectiveness, and impact metrics for leadership reporting.
• Propose initiatives for supplier development including capacity building, mentorship, and networking.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Analytical

Communication

Project management

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Data presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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%

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 CPUC GO156 Utilities Annual Supplier Reports and Plans

Skills

• Familiarity with local, regional, and national small business support networks and community organizations
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders
• Commitment to corporate social responsibility and sustainable sourcing practices

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This job posting will remain open until 2026-11-10 05:00 PM (UTC) and will be extended if necessary.

The base pay for this position generally is between $98,900.00 and $175,300.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

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