Supplier Relationship Manager

Keysight Technologies
MIN $82,550.00, MIDPOINT $110,060.00 - MAX $137,580.00
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
Dec 20, 2024
Overview Keysight is on 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 powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. Responsibilities Are you a skilled and motivated Contracts professional looking for an exciting opportunity to diversify your career? Do you enjoy independently developing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts while working closely with suppliers? If this sounds like a great opportunity to further develop your contract skills and hone your supplier relationship skills, then this job is for you! You will have the opportunity to join the Keysight NPI Supply Chain Team as a Contract Specialist/Supplier Relationship Manager and work collaboratively with our Procurement team to help the company achieve its business objectives while minimizing risk. Additionally, your role will be to manage key critical supplier relationships. This includes supplier management, negotiating contracts, monitoring supplier performance, and developing and executing to project plans. You will play a crucial role in contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with company objectives. This involves drafting, reviewing, and finalizing contracts to secure the best possible outcomes for the organization. You may also participate in or lead process improvement efforts in areas such as NPI, resourcing, cost reduction, and quality. Your expertise in contract management and negotiations will be key to driving successful supplier partnerships and achieving strategic procurement goals. Qualifications * 5-7 years of commercial contract knowledge; drafting and negotiating is REQUIRED * Knowledge and experience in manufacturing or Supply Chain * Provide contract development, contract administration and contract management support to NPI Supply Chain * Manage contracts including involvement through initial price negotiations and milestone structures, potential change orders through execution and review for compliance * Assist with the beginning to end process for contracts, sometimes includes assisting with approvals or signatures. * Ensure that signed contracts are finalized, including communication to relevant parties * Manage contract close-out, extension, or renewals while drafting and reviewing, negotiating and finalizing certain forms of contracts, such as MSA, SOW, CDA/NDA & Software License agreements * Negotiate contract terms and conditions with suppliers and their legal teams. * Provide creative contracting and process solutions to solve unique problems while mitigating risk to the company. * Working knowledge of MRP/ERP methodology * Excellent analytic skills and strong ability to retain and relay large amounts of information * Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented * Strong, independent, self-starter * Able to support global and/or multiple site locations * Self-motivated individual who values on-going training and development in a work environment * May reside in either Colorado Springs, CO or Santa Rosa, CA, open to relocation support Careers Privacy Statement *Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.* Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below. Santa Rosa, California pay range: MIN $82,550.00, MIDPOINT $110,060.00 - MAX $137,580.00 Colorado pay range: MIN $76,430.00, MIDPOINT $101,900.00 - MAX $127,380.00 Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region This role is eligible for our Keysight Results Bonus Program US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, dental and vision Health Savings Account Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Life, Accident, Disability insurance Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health 401(k) Plan Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays Paid Family Leave Discounts, Perks Tuition Reimbursement Adoption Assistance ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)