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Manager, Supplier Programs

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Manager, Supplier Programs

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Charlotte, NC, USA

In-Office

Mid level

Information Technology • Internet of Things • Mobile • On-Demand • Software

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The Role

Manage supplier engagement and small business participation programs within procurement operations. Develop strategic supplier initiatives, oversee reporting controls, analyze spending and supplier activity, monitor program performance, and present results to leadership. Lead supplier development efforts including capacity building, mentorship, and networking while collaborating with procurement analytics and cross-functional stakeholders. The role requires office-based work and 10–15% travel.

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This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
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%

What You'll Bring to Spectrum
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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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
3+ years of supplier program management or related experience
3 years of management experience
2+ years of data analytics and presentation experience
Proficiency with Windows office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong organizational, analytical, relationship-building, verbal communication, report development, and written presentation skills
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Strong customer service orientation
Experience with CPUC GO156 Utilities Annual Supplier Reports and Plans
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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Spectrum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 6% plus an additional 3% company retirement contribution for many roles is repeatedly highlighted, signaling strong long‑term savings support. Materials also note broad eligibility across job postings, reinforcing retirement as a core pillar.
Affordable Benefits — Health coverage costs are framed as stable because the company says it has absorbed the full premium increases for medical, dental, and vision for the past 12 years, helping keep paycheck deductions steadier than typical trends. This emphasis on cost control is prominently featured on the careers site.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Tuition‑free degree options via Guild and free or discounted Spectrum services (internet/TV/mobile where available) are positioned as signature offerings that add everyday value beyond base pay. Education and connectivity perks are consistently promoted across role postings.

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The Company

HQ: Stamford, CT

100,000 Employees

Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

Our Product and Technology team creates, develops, and operates the nation’s fastest mobile service, most reliable internet service, most viewed live TV app, and the most advanced WiFi, serving nearly 100 million users and 500 million devices. We are transforming the next era of connectivity and entertainment experiences together. The experience within Spectrum’s Product and Technology team is unmatched and there are opportunities to grow your career as a designer, architect, engineer, developer, operator, or data scientist. We are creative, disciplined, hard-working, complex-problem solvers that believe in collaborating to deliver the highest quality customer experience.

Why Work With Us

At Spectrum, we continually refine technology, process, and structure. We are committed to delivering a superior network infrastructure, the most competitive products, and highly rated customer experiences. Our talented team of experts deploys technology solutions and builds systems and tools for our employees to provide exceptional operations.