Job Description

We’re seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our Operations team as a Strategic Supplier Partnerships Manager. The ideal candidate is a high-potential individual who is ready to solve interesting and challenging problems such as refining our strategic supplier partnerships model to meet current and future needs, and reduce inefficiencies through deep data analysis. You will be responsible for establishing and managing relationships with new and existing suppliers, leading partnership strategy and execution, collaborating with category experts to achieve business objectives, and applying analytical rigor to optimize our supply chain. In this high-visibility role, you'll work on strategic supplier management and sourcing initiatives that directly impact the success of SquareTrade’s business.

You're Our Ideal Candidate If You:

• Have a passion for operations with an interest in analyzing data, optimizing processes and identifying opportunities to drive product / service improvement
• Enjoy collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners and suppliers to deliver business outcomes
• Demonstrate strong investigative skills to identify opportunities for improvement with minimal guidance or direction required
• Have experience in supply chain management
• Are analytically minded: you can not only come up with an idea (the "what's"), but the "why's", "how's", and "when's", too...along with the data to back it up!
• Detail-oriented and able to juggle many tasks within a fast-paced, extremely dynamic environment
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset
• Driven to make an impact on the business: you’re scrappy and don’t give up

Qualifications

• BA or BS required; an MBA or Masters in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Analytics, or other advanced degree from a top school is a plus.
• 3+ years of work experience in consulting, supply chain, or business operations
• Advanced skills with Excel, PowerPoint and Word are required; SQL knowledge is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills to drive fact-based decision making
• A proven record of rolling up sleeves to execute on strategy.
• Experience working with OEMs, Part Distributors, Technician Networks, and SaaS providers.
• Supplier management experience including designing and executing RFPs, RFQs, and driving performance via scorecards

Additional Information

At SquareTrade you'll have access to:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage with network optionality to support our dispersed workforce
• HSAs and FSAs
• Open access to mental health benefits including 1:1 therapy, coaching sessions and digital resources
• $75 monthly allowance to support self-care and well-being
• Up to 4% company match into 401(k)
• Supportive leave policies including paid parental, grieving and loss, and domestic violence protected leaves
• Paid Time Off
• Work flexibility
• Talent shares
• Tuition reimbursement
• Learning opportunities
• Hybrid work arrangements
• $80 monthly internet connectivity stipend
• Various corporate perks and discounts

(California Only) Pursuant to applicable law, SquareTrade estimates the possible base compensation for this role, if hired in California, to be within the following range: $110K - $140K

The Team: http://www.squaretrade.com/leadership

SquareTrade is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or ability status.

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