Supplier Relationship Manager

Keysight Technologies, Inc.•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. Role Overview Keysight is seeking a highly motivated, results‑driven Supplier Relationship Manager to support Ongoing Production, New Product Introduction (NPI) and Procurement activities for our precision manufacturing centers within Keysight. This role focuses on managing and developing strategic external suppliers that provide unique, custom mechanical, and electrical components critical to Keysight’s internal manufacturing operations. These components support Keysight products across multiple markets including 5G, semiconductor test, aerospace and defense, and automotive. The position plays a hands‑on role in ensuring suppliers are capable, responsive, and aligned to Keysight’s technical, quality, cost, and delivery requirements, particularly during NPI ramps and ongoing production support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or supplier management roles, preferably in a manufacturing or NPI environment.
Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., Oracle or SAP) supporting production and NPI workflows.
Experience interacting directly with suppliers, including:
Quotation and lead‑time management
Cost, quality, and delivery discussions
Participation in supplier negotiations
Understanding of commercial contracting concepts, including Statements of Work (SOWs) and Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs).
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex technical and commercial information and communicate clearly to varied audiences.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and professional approach.
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable supporting multiple programs simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting complex low-volume/high-mix supply chains.
Exposure to NPI‑heavy environments with frequent design changes and schedule pressure.
Experience using or integrating Artificial Intelligence tools into daily workflows, including effective prompt usage and familiarity with Generative or Agentic AI concepts.
Interest or experience in dashboard development, data visualization, or workflow automation.
Familiarity with Power BI, Power Apps, and Copilot.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary supply chain interface between Keysight precision manufacturing, engineering, and external suppliers supporting production and NPI programs.
Manage supplier relationships end‑to‑end, including:
Commercial negotiations (pricing, lead times, capacity commitments) through Supply Agreements and Confidential Disclosure Agreements
Ongoing performance management (delivery, quality, responsiveness, cost)
Supplier capability and capacity assessments
Support NPI execution by coordinating supplier readiness for new designs, prototype builds, and production ramps, ensuring alignment to engineering and manufacturing timelines.
Partner closely with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Planning, and Global Procurement to resolve supply issues and drive alignment across functions.
Lead or support supplier selection and sourcing activities, including RFQs, cost analysis, and technical reviews in collaboration with engineering.
Own and manage MRO Sourcing as well as tactical procurement related to these materials and services.
Proactively identify and mitigate supply risks related to capacity constraints, quality concerns, or schedule impacts.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers focused on:
Lead‑time reduction
Cost improvement
Quality and yield enhancement
Process standardization for NPI execution
Participate in or lead process improvement efforts within the procurement and NPI workflow, including documentation, standard work, and cross‑site alignment.
Support multi‑site and global operations, coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders across different time zones as needed.