Manager, Supply Chain

Caliber Holdings•Lewisville, TX

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About The Position

The Manager, Supply Chain develops and executes category management plans for assigned collision purchasing categories, aligning them with Caliber’s business objectives, procurement roadmap, and annual savings targets. The role analyzes spend, market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry trends to identify sourcing, cost optimization, and standardization opportunities, and researches products and services to secure best-in-class value. It also conducts supplier financial and reputational research and develops best-practice sourcing models for supply chain partners, including distributors and manufacturers. The manager leads strategic sourcing events from supplier evaluation through negotiation, contracting, and implementation; negotiates commercial terms; and partners with Legal and Finance on supplier agreements. The role establishes supplier performance standards, conducts reviews, tracks corrective actions, manages compliance reporting, audits contracted pricing, and identifies supplier risks. It uses spend and performance data to report category results, savings, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership. The position manages, coaches, and develops Supply Chain Specialists and leads cross-functional programs, including product evaluations and sustainability goals. It partners with internal and external stakeholders to align sourcing priorities and implementation plans with operational, quality, and financial standards. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

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.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

People leadership experience.
Collision repair, automotive parts, or distribution experience.
Price audit, rebate administration, and contract compliance experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category management plans for assigned collision purchasing categories, aligned with business objectives, the procurement roadmap, and annual savings targets.
Analyze spend, market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry trends to identify sourcing, cost optimization, and standardization opportunities.
Research products and services and conduct financial and reputational research on suppliers.
Develop best-practice sourcing models for supply chain partners, including distributors and manufacturers.
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.
Establish and enforce supplier SLAs, KPIs, and scorecards tied to operational requirements.
Lead supplier performance reviews and executive business reviews, and drive corrective action plans through resolution.
Manage vendor and item compliance reporting for service, quality, deviated pricing, and collection of rebates and allowances.
Conduct 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.
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.
Manage, coach, and develop Supply Chain Specialists, setting priorities, accountabilities, and performance expectations.
Lead program management and cross-functional initiatives, including product evaluations and sustainability goals.
Partner with stakeholders to develop strategies that meet operational, quality, and financial standards.
Influence Operations, Finance, and supplier leadership to align requirements, sourcing priorities, and implementation plans.
Perform other duties as assigned.