Supply Chain Contract Manager
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Qnity
Chesterfield, MO, US
Summary
Lead supplier and commercial contract negotiations while developing strong relationships with strategic partners. Analyze supplier performance and market conditions to drive process improvements and ensure supply chain continuity.
Job Description
Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.
At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.
Position Summary
Qnity is seeking a Supply Chain Contract Manager to support strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations across our global supply chain network. This role combines supply chain expertise, commercial acumen, and business process improvement to help ensure supplier performance, supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will have experience negotiating supplier contracts, managing supply chain initiatives, and collaborating across multiple business functions to drive results. This position offers the opportunity to influence key business decisions, optimize supplier partnerships, and support mission-critical operations across our organization.
This role will require up to 50% travel.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this opportunity.
What You'll Do
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Lead supplier and commercial contract negotiations, including pricing, terms, and service agreements.
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and strategic business partners.
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Support sourcing, procurement, and supply chain strategies that improve cost, quality, delivery, and operational performance.
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Analyze supplier capabilities, capacity, market conditions, and business requirements to mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply.
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Partner with Procurement, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Business stakeholders to execute strategic initiatives.
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Evaluate supplier performance and drive continuous improvement opportunities.
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Conduct business analyses related to operational effectiveness, capacity utilization, and supply chain performance.
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Identify opportunities for process improvements that improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance business operations.
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Develop and implement sustainable business processes and reporting methods.
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Support business transformation initiatives and process optimization projects.
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Prepare recommendations and presentations that support business and sourcing decisions.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline.
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3-5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, or a related field.
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Experience negotiating supplier agreements, commercial contracts, and business terms.
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Strong understanding of supply chain processes and supplier management.
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Analytical mindset with the ability to assess data and recommend solutions.
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Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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Willingness to travel up to 50%.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience within the semiconductor, aerospace, electronics, or related advanced manufacturing industries.
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Experience supporting business process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
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Knowledge of supplier performance management, contract compliance, and risk mitigation.
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Experience working with ERP systems and supply chain planning tools
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Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.
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Qnity Productions: Aside from the curriculum, data, and tools, Qnity produces and curates both content and events.
Get in touch: [email protected].
Founded
2009
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Education Administration Programs
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Minnetonka, Minnesota
Qnity, Inc: Qnity provides a robust suite of visually-engaging solutions serving students, professionals, and businesses in the professional beauty and wellness sector. Known for our revolutionary simple, visual approach, Qnity produces licensable products and services in the form of tactile tools, visual curriculum, one-of-a kind events, high-quality data, and ongoing content curation - all designed to help various audiences experience greater economic empowerment. Our curriculum and solutions are trusted by Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and trade schools alike.
Qnity for Businesses: Qnity has served hundreds of small businesses across the globe, helping them become more scalable and sustainable. Considered the market leader in learning and development for salons, spas, medspas, Qnity guides small businesses to experience breakthroughs in the areas of execution, growth, and profitability.
Qnity for Schools: Since its inception in 2021, Qnity for Schools has helped over 20,000 students change their money stories through our financial literacy curriculum. Created using Qnity’s simple, visual approach, we partner with trade schools by providing a robust financial literacy curriculum, MONEY EDU by Qnity, to teach students critical financial skills that will set them up for a long and prosperous career in their craft of choice. On average, graduates from MONEY EDU experience a 60% in their financial confidence.
Qnity Institute: This arm of the Qnity Inc. company serves a critical need in the professional beauty and wellness sector - a lack of quality data and low levels of financial literacy across the industry. The Institute serves as a research and data firm that seeks to provide high-quality research, data, and financial literacy to gain a better understanding of the beauty and wellness sector.
Qnity Productions: Aside from the curriculum, data, and tools, Qnity produces and curates both content and events.
Get in touch: [email protected].
Founded
2009
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Education Administration Programs
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Minnetonka, Minnesota