Supplier Account Manager

Tijuana, MexicoCategoryProcurementPosted Date01/08/2026Job Id**About Signify**Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.**More about the role**We’re looking for a Supplier Account Manager to join Signify.Working for Signify means being creative and adaptive. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to diversity and inclusion creates an environment that allows you to build your skills and career. Together, we’re transforming our industry.As the world leader in lighting, we’re constantly ahead of the curve. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we’re breaking new grounds in data analytics, AI, and smart homes, offices, cities and moreSignify is one of the few companies in the world to achieve carbon neutrality and our next sustainability goals are even bolder: doubling our positive impact on the environment and society by 2025.**Your challenge**As a member of our Procurement organization, work with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to develop and coordinate key procurement strategies with the BoM. The** Supplier Account Manager** is responsible for the end-to-end management of strategic suppliers, ensuring cost competitiveness, supply continuity, quality performance, and alignment with the business short-, mid-, and long-term strategy. This role acts as the primary interface between the company and assigned suppliers, driving consolidation, performance improvement, and support for new product introductions.**More about the role**:**Commercial & Pricing Management**- Manage and negotiate **pricing structures**, market-driven price adjustments, and commercial agreements.- Define and manage **stocking agreements**, including inventory levels, consignment models, and ownership responsibilities.- Negotiate **minimum order quantities (MOQ)**, commercial terms, payment terms, and Incoterms.- Identify and deliver **cost savings, cost avoidance, and competitiveness improvement initiatives**.**Supplier Performance & Quality Management**- Define, monitor, and follow up on **supplier KPIs** (quality, delivery, service, cost).- Lead **supplier evaluations, scorecards, QBRs, and audits**.- Drive corrective action plans with suppliers to address quality or performance gaps.**Supplier Strategy**- Develop and execute the **supplier strategy in the short, mid, and long term**, aligned with business objectives.- Lead **supplier consolidation and rationalization initiatives** to reduce complexity, cost, and risk.- Segment suppliers into strategic and tactical categories and define appropriate engagement models.**New Product Support & Supplier Allocation**- Support **supplier allocation and sourcing decisions** for new products and projects.- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure capable and competitive suppliers.- Participate in sourcing decisions from early stages of product development.**Cross-Functional Collaboration**- Act as the **single point of contact** for assigned suppliers.- Work closely with internal stakeholders (Procurement, Quality, Engineering, Planning, Logistics).- Proactively manage **supply risk and contingency plans****Key Performance Indicators**- Cost competitiveness and pricing targets- Supplier quality performance (PPM, claims)- On-time delivery / service level (OTIF)- Contract and agreement compliance- Supplier consolidation progress**More about you**:While we value and appreciate all applicants, we believe that the following experience and skills will be needed to shine brightly in this job opening:**Education**- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.**Experience**- Experience in **Supplier Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Procurement**.- Proven track record in commercial negotiations and supplier performance management.**Skills & Competencies**- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.- Strategic thinking and results orientation.- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a cross-functional environment.**What you’ll get in return**We’re offering multiple opportunities for career development, like mentoring, coaching and stretch assignments, with strong intern