Manager, Supplier Programs

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Do you thrive in driving strategic supplier initiatives that create measurable impact? Spectrum is seeking a dedicated Manager, Supplier Programs to lead the coordination and management of supplier programs within our Procurement Operations Team. You will be the primary contact for supplier engagement, oversee small business participation, and ensure compliance and reporting accuracy. Your leadership will help strengthen small business capabilities and support organizational goals, making a meaningful difference across our operations. How You'll Make an Impact Coordinate and manage supplier engagement to achieve organizational goals with a focus on small business participation Develop and implement supplier programs that prioritize small business involvement and community-focused sourcing Partner with leadership to identify goals and oversee the execution of supplier programs for strategic outcomes Manage processes and controls for accurate reporting of supplier program spending and community activities in Spectrum Procurement Systems Collaborate with the Procurement Analytics Team to measure, analyze, and report spending and supplier activity organization-wide Monitor supplier performance, program effectiveness, and impact metrics, reporting results to leadership Propose initiatives for supplier development, including capacity building, mentorship, and networking to enhance small business capabilities Working Conditions Office-based environment Travel required 10-15% What You'll Bring to Spectrum Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Experience 3+ years of supplier program management or related experience 3 years of management experience 2+ years of data analytics and presentation experience Skills Proficient in Windows office tools and strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint experience Superior organizational, analytical, and relationship-building skills Outstanding verbal communication, report development, and written presentation skills Ability to work independently with minimal direction Skilled at managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Excellent problem-solving abilities Strong customer service orientation Preferred Qualifications Experience Experience with CPUC GO156 Utilities Annual Supplier Reports and Plans Skills Familiarity with local, regional, and national small business support networks and community organizations Ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders Commitment to corporate social responsibility and sustainable sourcing practices #LI-LB1 FSC511 2026-80086 2026 Here, our employees don’t just have jobs, they're building careers. That’s why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life. A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances. This job posting will remain open until 2026-08-27 04:00 PM (UTC) and will be extended if necessary. The base pay for this position generally is between $89,800.00 and $175,300.00 . The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses. Get to Know Us Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional