Job Information
Consolidated Electrical Distributors Director of Supplier Relations in Irving, Texas
Summary
Job title: Director of Supplier Relations
Job ID: 202496270001
Department: Supplier Relations
Location: TX-Irving
Description
Summary:
Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc. (CED), a large nationwide wholesale electrical products distribution company, is seeking a Director of Supplier Relations to provide additional support to the VP of Supplier Relations and its Supplier Relations Department.
The Supplier Relations Department interacts with CED's Key Suppliers to strengthen our overall relationships and negotiate annual programs that include freight prepaid and return authorization terms, annual rebates, business development funds, and specific supplier master agreements. This person will interface with our Region, District/Division, and Profit Center Managers to support their requests within our Key Supplier group. They will also be involved in organizing multiple Supplier business meetings and business dinners during the Regional and National NAED Conferences.
Reports to: Vice President of Supplier Relations
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Five years experience in the electrical distribution industry
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written language skills in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications:
Ten years experience in the electrical distribution industry
Management experience in electrical distribution as a supplier or distributor
Previous involvement in electrical distribution functions and/or NAED meetings
Working Conditions:
This position operates primarily in person in a professional office environment which may require sitting for extended periods
Travel will be required, both by air and by car
Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Essential Job Functions:
Develop and enhance relationships with all 150+ key suppliers for CED
Interface with entire CED organization to support any significant supplier issues they may have
Communicate supplier opportunities within the CED field organization
Schedule in-person meetings with key suppliers onsite at both CED and vendors' sites
Maintain open lines of communication with all key suppliers via phone and in person
Maintain all supplier programs of 150+ suppliers
Reconcile supplier rebates (merchandise credits) on a quarterly and/or annual basis
Develop purchase analysis reports for key suppliers to monitor performance with CED
Support, supervise, and assist in the training of the Supplier Relations Administrative Assistant
Provide occasional support to Director of National Accounts
CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran
Other Compensation:
The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:
Bonus
Profit Sharing
Benefits:
Benefits available for this position are:
Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k)
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Parental Leave