Overview:

When working through a challenge, are you analytical, thoughtful, and calm? Are you a strong problem solver and decision maker, even in a high-volume, fast-paced environment? If so, you may be a fit for our Procurement Manager position!

Spectrum keeps more than 32 million customers connected across our 41-state footprint by offering state-of-the-art products and services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, mobile, and voice. Our team plays the integral role of making sure the products and services obtained by Spectrum are appropriate and valuable for our business partners.

Responsibilities:

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Procurement Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams to strategically select top-quality products and suppliers at the most competitive prices and overall terms. You will continually seek out opportunities to reduce costs, mitigate risks, and improve business conditions. Working in close partnership with internal stakeholders, you will identify and define their requirements, and draft, negotiate, and manage complex contracts. Your expertise in supplier relationship management will ensure that we maintain productive and mutually beneficial partnerships over the long term.

WHAT OUR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS ENJOY MOST

• Leading the negotiation and contract management of large-scale, enterprise-wide volume purchase agreements under the guidance of senior team members.
• Proactively strategizing with business and technical owners to understand the needs of the organization.
• Researching and developing adequate sources of supply.
• Leading cross functional supplier selection activities through management of formal RFP, RFQ and RFI processes.
• Evaluating the financial stability of potential suppliers.
• Performing required business analysis with a strategic focus on total cost of ownership.
• Continuously seeking out cost savings opportunities and leads efforts to realize those savings.
• Managing overall supplier performance – including, acting as an escalation point in the event of non-performance.
• Developing a strategic category plan based on an understanding of business goals and objectives, the supply market and competitive benchmarking.
   

As part of the Procurement Department, you will be a driving force behind the strategic sourcing and purchasing of goods and services that power Spectrum. Our expertise in securing the best possible price, quality, and overall value helps to ensure Spectrum’s continued growth and success. Through strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, we work tirelessly to bring innovation and efficiency to every aspect of our procurement process.

Qualifications:

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of the P2P process and ability to identify appropriate solutions for spend categories
• Procurement contract negotiation and contract management experience - 5+ years
• Electronic procurement and or contract solutions experience - 1-3 years
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred
• Management or leadership experience – 3+ years
   

Working Conditions

• Office Environment
   

SPECTRUM CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

• Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees’ careers as they move up or around the company
• Supportive Teams: Who you are matters here. And, we aim to foster an inclusive workplace where every person is empowered to bring their best ideas
• Learning Culture: With a dedicated focus on training and development, employees can have confidence that day one is truly just the beginning of a dynamic career
• Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you—at work and in life
   

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About Spectrum

Charter Communications, Inc., is an American telecommunications and mass media company with services branded as Spectrum. With over 32 million customers in 41 states, it is the largest cable operator in the United States by subscribers, just ahead of Comcast, and the largest pay TV operator ahead of Comcast and AT&T.

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