Strategic Supplier Relations Lead

Wesco International, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco International, Inc. in the United Kingdom seeks a Manager - Supplier Relations to drive supplier partnerships, develop business plans, and monitor performance against standards. You will lead negotiations, coordinate cross-functional teams, and promote continuous improvement across the supplier ecosystem.

The role requires strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with a willingness to travel up to 30% to support strategic suppliers globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3 years required, 3 years preferred of contract negotiations.
• 5 years required, 6 years preferred of supplier management.
• 5 years required, 6 years preferred of staff management.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Establish and maintain effective working team relationships.
• Maintain professional relationships, build trust, and demonstrate high level integrity.
• Entrepreneurial spirit.
• Proficiency with PC and Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationship management plans with key suppliers.
• Monitor performance and compliance with company standards.
• Drive continuous improvement.
• Report on and resolve performance issues on the supplier side.
• Partner with suppliers to pursue mutually profitable growth using sales planning and analytics tools, and marketing and field resources.
• Develop and execute comprehensive business plans with Wesco teams.
• Coordinate executive supplier meetings and planning sessions.
• Negotiate corporate agreements, rebates, co-op, and terms.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

MS Office

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wesco International, Inc. in the United Kingdom seeks a Manager - Supplier Relations to drive supplier partnerships, develop business plans, and monitor performance against standards. You will lead negotiations, coordinate cross-functional teams, and promote continuous improvement across the supplier ecosystem.

The role requires strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with a willingness to travel up to 30% to support strategic suppliers globally.