Supplier Relationship Manager

Aequor Technologies LLC

Thousand Oaks, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Business Strategy, Capacity Management, Communication Skills, Contingency Plans, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Contract Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Finance, Forecasting, Inventory Planning, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operations Planning, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Costing, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Supplier Optimization, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations

LOCATION

Thousand Oaks, CA

POSTED

1 day ago

**** Remote, any time zone 8-5 local hours***
Key Responsibilities:
Acts as a Project Manager to manage and develop strategic relationships with external suppliers, contract manufacturers, and partners.
Oversee end-to-end supply processes, ensuring demand is met with cost-effective and high-quality supply.
Negotiate supplier agreements and contracts to optimize terms, costs, and service levels.
Support supply chain planning and forecasting to align with business objectives.
Lead issue resolution with suppliers, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Drive efficiency and cost savings through process optimization and innovative supply solutions.

Core Supply Chain & Operations Skills
Supply chain management expertise strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain operations, including planning, sourcing, logistics, and distribution.
Supplier relationship management ability to build, maintain, and negotiate with external suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance, and cost efficiency.
Inventory & capacity planning skills in managing supply levels to meet demand without overstocking or shortages.
Contract and vendor management experience overseeing supplier contracts, monitoring KPIs, and driving continuous improvement.
Risk management ability to identify supply risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure business continuity.

Leadership & Collaboration
Cross-functional leadership proven ability to collaborate with procurement, quality, manufacturing, logistics, and finance teams.
Strategic thinking ability to align external supply management with overall business strategy.
Stakeholder management excellent communication and relationship-building skills across internal and external stakeholders.
Team management experience leading and mentoring direct or indirect teams, including remote or cross-border suppliers.
Soft Skills
Strong negotiation & influencing skills to secure favorable supplier terms and drive performance.
Problem-solving & decision-making ability to act quickly under pressure and resolve supply disruptions.
Adaptability & resilience capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
Excellent communication both verbal and written, with an ability to present supply chain data to senior leadership.

About the Company

Aequor Technologies LLC

COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

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