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Micron

Indirect Category Supplier Manager

Syracuse, NY

$74K - $126K/yr

As an Indirect Regional Supplier Manager at Micron Technology, Inc., you will serve as the primary category point of contact for supplier interactions, performance management, and negotiations. You ...

Micron

Indirect Category Supplier Manager

Manassas, VA · On-site

As an Indirect Regional Supplier Manager at Micron Technology, Inc., you will serve as the primary category point of contact for supplier interactions, performance management, and negotiations. You ...

Perdue Farms

Manager of Supplier Management

Salisbury, MD · On-site

$89K - $133K/yr

SummaryAs a Supplier Manager, you will shape and elevate our enterprise Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program, driving strong supplier partnerships that deliver exceptional service, quality ...

Apple

Americas Logistics- Regional Supplier Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

$65K - $87K/yr

The Americas Logistics team is seeking a Regional Supplier Manager to elevate supply chain performance and manage third-party providers across our logistics operations. You will pair business acumen ...

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How much do supplier manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for supplier manager in the United States is $52.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.35 and $64.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a supplier manager?

Supplier Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and managing relationships between their organization and external suppliers or vendors. Their duties typically include selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, ensuring quality and timely delivery of goods or services, and resolving any issues that arise. They play a key role in optimizing supply chains, reducing costs, and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial partnerships with suppliers. Supplier Managers also monitor supplier performance and compliance with organizational standards and requirements.

What is the difference between Supplier Manager vs Procurement Specialist?

AspectSupplier ManagerProcurement Specialist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, supply chain certificationsBachelor's degree, purchasing certifications
Work EnvironmentSupplier relationship management, negotiationsProcurement processes, vendor sourcing
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, retail, logisticsCorporate procurement departments, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Supplier Manager focuses on managing relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring supply chain efficiency. In contrast, the Procurement Specialist handles sourcing, purchasing, and procurement processes. While both roles require supply chain knowledge and certifications, the Supplier Manager emphasizes ongoing supplier relations, whereas the Procurement Specialist concentrates on acquiring goods and services. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in supply chain management.

Is a supplier manager a stressful job?

A supplier manager role can be stressful due to the need to coordinate with multiple vendors, meet tight deadlines, and manage supply chain risks. The job often requires strong organizational skills, negotiation abilities, and the ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.

How does a supplier manager typically collaborate with internal teams to address supply chain disruptions?

Supplier Managers play a crucial role in maintaining smooth operations during supply chain disruptions by acting as the main point of contact between suppliers and internal teams such as procurement, logistics, and production. They coordinate cross-functional meetings to assess risks, develop contingency plans, and communicate updates on supplier performance or delivery timelines. Proactive communication and problem-solving are essential, as Supplier Managers often need to negotiate alternative solutions or source backup suppliers to minimize impact on business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a supplier manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Supplier Manager, you need expertise in supply chain management, contract negotiation, and vendor relationship management, often supported by a relevant degree or certification such as CPSM or APICS. Familiarity with procurement software, ERP systems, and data analysis tools is commonly required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills help build effective partnerships and resolve issues proactively. These skills ensure a reliable supply chain, cost efficiency, and the ability to maintain high-quality standards across suppliers.
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Infographic showing various Supplier Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,213 per year, or $53 per hour.

Manager, Supplier Management

KeHE Distributors, LLC

Naperville, IL • On-site

$87K - $127K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

KeHE Distributors rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 49 rated food wholesalers

Job description

Why Work for KeHE?
  • Full-time
  • Pay Range: $87,230.00/Yr. - $127,897.00/Yr.
  • Shift Days: , Shift Time:
  • Benefits on Day 1
    • Health/Rx
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
    • Supplemental life insurance
    • 401(k)
    • Paid time off
    • Paid sick time
    • Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
    • Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
    • Holiday pay for company designated holidays

    Overview
    At KeHE, we're obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others - and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we're committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you'll be embarking on a career that's moving forward. When you join KeHE, you're becoming part of a team that is a force for good.
    Primary Responsibilities
    The Supplier Manager is responsible for monitoring, measuring, and maximizing supplier profitability and operational performance, identifying areas opportunity, and managing the business relationship with a subset of our supplier partners. The teams' overall goal is to establish strategic connections with our supplier partners and ensure supplier partner success and a positive experience around ease, cost, and speed of doing business with KeHE.
    The Supplier Manager is responsible for collaborating with Category Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Pricing, and Freight to optimize business processes and positively impact their supplier relationships from an administrative perspective.
    Essential Functions
    • Identify, monitor, and track supplier profitability and operational performance opportunities for a subset of our supplier partners:
    • KeHE brand scorecard improvement
    • Inbound and outbound service standard compliance
    • Supplier Policies & Procedures execution and negotiation
    • Supplier Inbound Routing Guide expectations
    • Administrative aspects of supplier partnership
    • Manage and improve supplier profitability and operational performance negotiations, Policies & Procedures execution, deduction management, dispute resolution, on time delivery and delivery quality compliance.
    • Ensure timely, accurate, and efficient processing of supplier questions and disputes, while providing performance metrics and facilitating processes and supplier business improvement initiatives.
    • Hold suppliers accountable for key profitability and operational performance indicators: terms, spoils, value-added programs, inbound fill-rate, on-time performance, delivery quality.
    • Proactively educate new and small suppliers on Supplier Policies & Procedures, Supplier Inbound Routing Guide, deduction management and dispute resolution.
    • Host regular business reviews with subset of supplier partners that clearly outline profitability and performance expectations in comparison to actual experience, areas of improvement, and areas of opportunity.
    • Create and foster a supplier friendly, relational environment of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.
    • Lead a small team that supports suppliers with root cause research and resolution on administrative aspects of supplier partnerships.
    • Collaborate internally, in a cross-functional manner, to improve business processes that impact suppliers in their administrative and support activities with KeHE.

    Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude
    • 4-year bachelor's degree in business or related field of study.
    • Experience within the food and/or distribution industry with 3+ years.
    • Successful negotiator and ability to drive influence and change.
    • Articulate and persuasive communication skills. Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
    • Ability to synthesize information and make clear, concise recommendations on course of action.
    • Strong relationship management skills and ability to guide at senior management level both internally and externally.
    • Demonstrated ability to analyze, budget and proactively manage profit drivers such as gross margin %, promotional spend, spoilage, fees, and other program expenses.
    • Demonstrated skills transferring information gained through analysis to fact based, action-oriented presentations for delivery to both internal and external stake holders. Need to provide examples of PowerPoint, Excel and other tools used to transfer this product and program knowledge.
    • Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
    • Possess a sense of urgency and attention to accuracy and detail.
    • Ability to effectively manage a wide variety of tasks simultaneously and often with minimal direction or time conflicting pressures.
    • Willingness to travel domestically, occasionally over weekends (about 20%).

    Requisition ID
    2026-29788
    Equal Employer Opportunity Statement
    KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.

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