Supplier Manager

RS; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RS Americas is seeking a results-driven supplier development professional to drive growth and KPI performance with existing and new suppliers. You will craft supplier business plans, coordinate marketing, reporting, and RS exposure to external stakeholders.

You will build strategic plans, launch value-added suppliers, and collaborate across marketing, sales and supply chain. A travel component is involved to meet suppliers, train teams, and participate in exhibitions.

Qualifications

• Communication required in verbal, written and listening forms.
• Strong customer service orientation and commitment to internal/external customers.
• Teamwork, organizational and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to set priorities and identify what is critical quickly.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and relationship building.
• Experience with process improvement to drive results.
• 2-3 years of Industrial distribution experience in a similar role.
• Basic digital skills for reports, graphics, spreadsheets, and database use.
• Presentation abilities before supplier management teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive high performance in sales growth targets and new customer acquisition.
• Develop strategic plans and actions to deliver results for high profile accounts.
• Efficiently launch new suppliers that add value to customers and RS strategy.
• Collaborate with suppliers and marketing to develop effective campaigns.
• Lead and coordinate supplier business reviews.
• Promote RS long term strategy, core competencies and strengths to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, sales, marketing, supply chain, and logistics staff.
• Travel occasionally for supplier meetings, training, and exhibitions.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Prioritization

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Interpersonal skills

Process improvement

Industrial distribution experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About RS Group

RS is a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably.

About RS Group

RS is a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably. We operate in 33 markets, stock over 875,000 industrial and specialist products and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building and maintaining equipment and operations. We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it’s our people that make the difference. Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people, planet and profit. If you're passionate about building strong supplier partnerships, driving product excellence, and making a tangible impact in a fast-paced environment—this is the role for you.

About The Role

Role Purpose

You will be focused on driving growth and delivering high KPI performance results with existing and new suppliers. You will be responsible for developing and successfully implementing supplier business plans, co-ordinate supplier activities such as marketing, reporting and promoting RS to external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive high performance in sales growth targets, new customer acquisition, and implement strategy to gain market share for existing suppliers
• Develop strategic plans and execute actions to deliver successful results on high profile accounts
• Efficiently launch new suppliers that add value to the customer and re-enforce the RS long term strategy
• Collaborate with suppliers and marketing to develop effective campaigns
• Lead and Coordinate supplier business reviews
• Effectively promote RS long term strategy, core competencies, and competitive strengths to external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with:
• Suppliers
• Sales personnel
• Marketing
• Supply Chain
• Warehouse and logistic staff
• Corporate support staff – accounting, business analysts, etc
• Travel occasionally for meetings with suppliers, training sessions, and exhibition shows

How I Make a Difference In This Role

To truly make an impact in this role, you will be the driving force behind building supplier partnerships that go beyond the transactional—fostering collaboration, innovation, and long-term value. You will help shape strategic plans that fuel business growth and keep us ahead of market trends. Working alongside a passionate, cross-functional team, you will thrive in a culture that values shared success, open communication, and bold ideas.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Can effectively communicate (verbal, written and listening)
• Exhibits strong customer service and is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Must have strong teamwork, organizational, & analytical skills
• Knows how to set priorities and can quickly zero in on what is critical.
• Must have proficient level of skill in Microsoft word, excel and power point
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to build effective relationships.
• Can utilize process improvement skills to figure out how to get things done.
• 2-3 years of Industrial distribution experience in similar role
• Intermediate level computer skills, including word processing letters/reports, creating graphics, preparing basic spreadsheets and access database experience
• Presentation ability in front of the supplier management team

Desirable Skills & Experience

• 4-year degree in businesses or related field
• Previous experience with automation & control industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

RS Americas is an equal opportunity employer and maintains policies and practices that are designed to prevent and prohibit unlawful discrimination against any qualified employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other unlawful classification to the extent protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all employment practices, including hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training and termination. Employees who engage in unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.