Supplier Manager - SKU Strategy & Partner Relations (Remote)

Aramsco, Inc.; Upton (PA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Aramsco, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Manager to lead and maintain relationships with key suppliers, define core partnerships, and negotiate pricing and terms to maximize value for the company and its customers.

You will manage product lines, lead SKU rationalization, collaborate with Merchandising and Technical Managers, analyze performance data, and drive supplier programs such as rebates and promotions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supplier or category management.
• Experience in supplier negotiations, product development, and SKU management.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data, market trends, and supplier performance metrics.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to influence internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain relationships with suppliers, serving as the primary point of contact.
• Define and manage core supplier partnerships, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and program agreements to decrease cost and maximize value for the company and its customers.
• Manage and maintain assigned product lines, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with customer needs.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on product (SKU) details, providing recommendations for improvements or adjustments.
• Lead SKU rationalization to optimize product line performance which includes line extensions, consolidations, deletions, and stocking status decisions.
• Collaborate with the Merchandising Team on product development initiatives, contributing supplier insights and product expertise to develop competitive offerings, market demand, industry trends.
• Provide insight and communication into internal factors which improve price realization, drive capacity and enhance margin contribution.
• Partner with Technical Managers to engage suppliers on product specifications, technical support, and troubleshooting.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure supplier programs and product strategies align with broader company objectives.
• Manage supplier programs, including rebates, co-op funding, and promotional initiatives, to create maximum value.
• Analyze product line performance, including sales, margin, and market trends, to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and execute plans to address underperforming products or categories.
• Define and manage product pricing strategies and cost changes in collaboration with suppliers.
• Monitor market conditions and competitor pricing to ensure competitive positioning.
• Communicate pricing updates and cost changes to internal stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

SKU management

Pricing strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Aramsco, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Manager to lead and maintain relationships with key suppliers, define core partnerships, and negotiate pricing and terms to maximize value for the company and its customers.

You will manage product lines, lead SKU rationalization, collaborate with Merchandising and Technical Managers, analyze performance data, and drive supplier programs such as rebates and promotions.