Manager, Supplier Business Operations, Teradata

Teradata ( http://www.teradata.com/) is the global technology leader in enterprise data warehousing, analytic applications and data warehousing services. Organizations around the world rely on the power of Teradata's award-winning solutions to get a single, integrated view of their business to enhance decision-making, customer relationships and profitability. As a growing business, Teradata is always looking for outstanding talent. To learn more about Teradata career opportunities, visit www.teradata.com/careers.

 

Summary Description:

The manager for Teradata supplier business operations will act as the Business Operations management interface to the Teradata Development new product development teams. This role is responsible for managing the supply chain readiness and manufacturing transitions for product releases and end of life planning. In addition, this position manages a number of specific supplier relationships. The manager also interacts with the contract manufacturer to develop the sourcing plan for Teradata product offerings.

 

Work environment:

This position will report to the Director of Supplier Business Operations in San Diego, CA.

 

Key Areas of Responsibility:

- Manage global end to end relationship between Teradata Corporation and key enterprise system and storage suppliers

- Develop and execute performance improvement initiatives with suppliers in the areas of product delivery, quality, cost, and service

- Manage end of life activities for components and products as it relates to inventory and E&O

- Own the Intel Business relationship

- Drive product cost reduction through engineering component decisions, negotiation, and sourcing

 

Basic Requirements:

B.S. degree in Engineering, Operations or Business

5+ years experience with supplier management, procurement, or product/program management, preferably in an engineering environment

Proven track record of management experience and success

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Good negotiation skills and experience

Proven Negotiation skills

Self-Starter with good initiative

Excellent Teaming skills