• Responsible for establishing and maintaining strong supplier relationships as a commercial liaison, creating strategies and deployment tactics to optimize sales performance for the preferred manufacturer • Support supplier selection and negotiation processes, along with executing sourcing activities • Support the development and implementation of product strategies, including new supplier identification, current assortment assessment, expansion and rationalization of products categories, and product research processes • Independently develop new product and supplier options to support overall business strategy and growth for Covetrus Proprietary Brands • Support the negotiation of contracts, rebates, and statements of work with suppliers to drive profitability, while allowing our sales team a complete, competitive portfolio of product categories • Maintain and proactively manage contract pipeline, including proactive identification of upcoming key contract renewals and negotiation opportunities • Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve operational issues that arise internally or externally regarding our suppliers • Support increased collaboration with internal Business Partners including commercial, finance, supply chain, and legal to increase efficiency in commercial execution • Document and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for core business functions and processes • Execute and support portfolio strategies using standard sourcing/supplier management processes and professional program management practices • Demonstrate value contribution to the business, using key performance indicators to track and report progress • Identify projects that can impact business growth, provide regular updates on project performance, and report on EBITDA impact to business • Monitor strategy implementation and contract compliance • Support supplier business reviews and trade show attendance, as needed • Perform other duties as assigned