Manager, Supply Chain

Service CenterCSCS TX Category Strategy & Planning
· Develop and execute category management plans for assigned collision purchasing categories, aligned with Caliber's business objectives, procurement roadmap, and annual savings targets.
· Analyze spend, market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry trends to identify sourcing, cost optimization, and standardization opportunities.
· Research new and existing products and services to secure best-in-class value.
· Conduct financial and reputational research on suppliers to serve as the subject matter expert on what is available and achievable.
· Develop best-practice sourcing models for supply chain partners, including distributors and manufacturers.

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation
· Lead RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs from supplier evaluation through negotiation, contracting, and implementation.
· Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, service levels, rebates, allowances, and value-added programs.
· Partner with Legal and Finance to structure, negotiate, and finalize supplier agreements.
· Standardize purchasing policies and program requirements across the organization.

Supplier Performance & Compliance
· Establish and enforce supplier SLAs, KPIs, and scorecards tied to operational requirements.
· Lead performance reviews and executive business reviews with strategic suppliers.
· Drive corrective action plans and track them through resolution.
· Manage vendor and item compliance reporting covering service, quality, deviated pricing, and the collection of rebates and allowances.
· Execute disciplined price audits to confirm contracted deviated prices are invoiced accurately through distribution networks.
· Identify and mitigate supplier risks, including financial health, concentration, and business continuity.

Spend Management & Analytics
· Use spend management and performance data to drive savings, cost avoidance, and value across the distribution system.
· Report category performance, savings, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Team Leadership & Program Management
· Manage, coach, and develop Supply Chain Specialists, setting clear priorities, accountabilities, and performance expectations.
· Lead program management and cross-functional initiatives, including product evaluations and sustainability goals.

Collaboration & Business Partnership
· Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies that meet Caliber's operational, quality, and financial standards.
· Influence Operations, Finance, and supplier leadership to align requirements, sourcing priorities, and implementation plans.
· Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience
· Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
· 8+ years of progressive procurement experience, including negotiation and RFP management.
· Demonstrated experience managing supplier performance against SLAs and corrective actions.
· Strong knowledge of industry operating costs, procurement methods, and pricing practices.
· Proficiency with analytical tools, including Excel and Power BI.
· Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
· Structured, fact-based decision making with an appropriate sense of urgency and a customer-first perspective.
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating as a team player.
· Preferred: people leadership experience; collision repair, automotive parts, or distribution experience; price audit, rebate administration, and contract compliance experience.

Success Measures
· Achievement of annual savings and cost avoidance targets.
· Supplier SLA and compliance performance.
· Price audit accuracy and rebate and allowance recovery.
· Team development and engagement.
· Stakeholder satisfaction with supply continuity and service.

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Location:

Lewisville, TXType:
Full time