Supplier Performance Manager

American Tower

Senior Supplier Performance Lead at American Tower ensuring supplier performance and compliance through continuous improvement initiatives. Managing supplier relationships and risk across the organization.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeCary • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $123,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier management, performance metrics, and risk assessment, with a strong focus on compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in utilizing supplier management platforms and conducting effective negotiations to ensure supplier adherence to contractual obligations and health standards.

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Supplier ManagementPerformance MetricsRisk ManagementContract ComplianceContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Supplier Scorecard DevelopmentCorrective Action PlanningFinancial Risk AnalysisTPRM FrameworksHealth and Safety Standards

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationNegotiation SkillsAnalytical SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP AribaCoupa

Certifications & Qualifications

Six SigmaLean

Industry Keywords

Supplier PerformanceCompliance IssuesRisk ExposureService Level AgreementsCross-Functional Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain supplier scorecards and key performance indicators aligned with business objectives.
Conduct regular performance reviews with strategic suppliers.
Identify performance gaps and lead corrective action plans.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the supplier base.
Monitor and communicate supplier adherence to contractual terms and service level agreements.
Collaborate with Legal and Procurement teams to resolve compliance issues.
Maintain documentation and audit trails for supplier performance and compliance.
Participate in supplier contract negotiations to ensure terms have a plan of action for monitoring and enforcing.
Monitor supplier adherence to health and safety regulations and company standards.
Partner with Environmental Health and Safety teams to conduct supplier audits and risk assessments.
Drive remediation plans for non-compliance and safety violations.
Assess the financial stability and risk exposure of key suppliers.
Work with Finance and Risk teams to monitor credit ratings, payment terms, and financial health indicators.
Escalate and mitigate risks that could impact supply continuity or business operations.
Collaborate with Third-Party Risk Management (“TPRM”) teams to evaluate and onboard key suppliers in line with risk frameworks to ensure suppliers meet cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory requirements.
Support periodic risk reviews and reporting for critical vendors.
Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders on suppliers’ performances and risk statuses.
Prepare executive-level reports and dashboards.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to resolve supplier-related issues.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required, with a concentration in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
A minimum of 8 years of supplier management, sourcing, or procurement experience required.
Strong understanding of contracts, compliance, and risk management required.
Supplier scorecard, performance metrics, and corrective action planning experience required.
Familiarity with health and safety standards and financial risk analysis required.
Knowledge of TPRM frameworks and tools required.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills required.
Proficiency in supplier management platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) preferred.
Certification in Six Sigma, Lean, or similar continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.
Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within agreed-upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare coverage
a 401(k) savings plan
paid time off
company holidays
sick leave
parental leave
access to an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness