Remote Supplier Relationship Manager Jobs
Remote Supplier Relationship Manager jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed procurement teams in sectors like manufacturing, logistics, technology, and retail. Employers hiring remotely right now include Rosendin Electric, BAE Systems USA, and Remarcable. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Lead, Supplier Engineer / Supplier Development Engineer – Integrated Supplier Team (IST)
Job Code: 47724
Location: Field / Remote - HSV, AL Base (Ideally local to assigned supplier to minimize travel - Lincoln, Nebraska, Tucson, Arizona, or Hunting Beach, California)
Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris is seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to support the Integrated Supplier Team (IST). This role acts as a primary technical liaison between internal engineering teams and critical suppliers to ensure quality, schedule, and technical execution across high‑priority defense programs. The Lead Supplier Engineer evaluates supplier capabilities, drives process improvements, resolves complex technical issues, and supports new product and process development. This position leads high‑impact initiatives with minimal oversight and contributes directly to supplier performance, product integrity, and mission success.
Essential Functions:
Communicate, interpret, and translate complex Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and drawing requirements for suppliers.- Lead supplier engagements to assess manufacturing capability, capacity, and technical risks.
- Oversee and resolve nonconforming product issues, including leading Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
- Implement root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures to improve supplier processes and reduce defects.
- Manage supplier product and process changes, including those supporting production ramp‑up.
- Perform technical evaluations of supplier proposals to support cost and price analysis.
- Partner with internal Design, Project, and Manufacturing Engineering; Supplier Quality; and Subcontracts teams to resolve technical challenges impacting yield, quality, and schedule.
- Report supplier technical health, risks, and performance metrics to internal stakeholders.
- Field-based role with travel requirements ranging from 25%–75%, depending on supplier location.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with 9 years of related engineering or supplier development experience; OR Graduate Degree with 7 years of related experience; OR In lieu of a degree, 13 years of supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or technical experience.- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with DMAIC, 8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys, and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA).- Proficiency with engineering software and Microsoft Office 365.
- Knowledge of advanced aerospace materials including composites, refractory/high‑temperature materials, elastomers, and Thermal Protection Systems (TPS).
- Strong GD&T knowledge for design evaluation and drawing interpretation.
- Lean Green Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Ability to use data analytics and emerging digital tools, including AI‑enabled solutions, for enhanced problem solving.
- Ability to mentor suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Experience with Solid Rocket Motors (SRM), Divert and Attitude Control Systems (DACS), or missile defense systems.
- Strong communication skills, including preparation of supplier health reports and technical presentations.
- Ability to lead supplier technical discussions, working sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC is $127,500 – $236,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York State, Cleveland (Ohio), Vermont, and Virginia is $110,500 – $205,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amounts may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. Benefits may vary based on hire date, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements.
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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Lead, Supplier Engineer / Supplier Development Engineer – Integrated Supplier Team (IST)
Job Code: 47724
Location: Field / Remote - HSV, AL Base (Ideally local to assigned supplier to minimize travel - Lincoln, Nebraska, Tucson, Arizona, or Hunting Beach, California)
Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris is seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to support the Integrated Supplier Team (IST). This role acts as a primary technical liaison between internal engineering teams and critical suppliers to ensure quality, schedule, and technical execution across high‑priority defense programs. The Lead Supplier Engineer evaluates supplier capabilities, drives process improvements, resolves complex technical issues, and supports new product and process development. This position leads high‑impact initiatives with minimal oversight and contributes directly to supplier performance, product integrity, and mission success.
Essential Functions:
Communicate, interpret, and translate complex Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and drawing requirements for suppliers.- Lead supplier engagements to assess manufacturing capability, capacity, and technical risks.
- Oversee and resolve nonconforming product issues, including leading Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
- Implement root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures to improve supplier processes and reduce defects.
- Manage supplier product and process changes, including those supporting production ramp‑up.
- Perform technical evaluations of supplier proposals to support cost and price analysis.
- Partner with internal Design, Project, and Manufacturing Engineering; Supplier Quality; and Subcontracts teams to resolve technical challenges impacting yield, quality, and schedule.
- Report supplier technical health, risks, and performance metrics to internal stakeholders.
- Field-based role with travel requirements ranging from 25%–75%, depending on supplier location.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with 9 years of related engineering or supplier development experience; OR Graduate Degree with 7 years of related experience; OR In lieu of a degree, 13 years of supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or technical experience.- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with DMAIC, 8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys, and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA).- Proficiency with engineering software and Microsoft Office 365.
- Knowledge of advanced aerospace materials including composites, refractory/high‑temperature materials, elastomers, and Thermal Protection Systems (TPS).
- Strong GD&T knowledge for design evaluation and drawing interpretation.
- Lean Green Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Ability to use data analytics and emerging digital tools, including AI‑enabled solutions, for enhanced problem solving.
- Ability to mentor suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Experience with Solid Rocket Motors (SRM), Divert and Attitude Control Systems (DACS), or missile defense systems.
- Strong communication skills, including preparation of supplier health reports and technical presentations.
- Ability to lead supplier technical discussions, working sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC is $127,500 – $236,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York State, Cleveland (Ohio), Vermont, and Virginia is $110,500 – $205,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amounts may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. Benefits may vary based on hire date, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements.
#LI-SP1
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Delivery & Couriers
- Media & Entertainment
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote supplier relationship manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field
- Experience managing vendor contracts, service-level agreements, and performance scorecards
- Proficiency with procurement or ERP platforms such as SAP Ariba or Oracle
- Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost-savings or efficiency outcomes
- Familiarity with supplier risk assessment frameworks and compliance standards
- CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent supply chain certification preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Remote Supplier Relationship Manager Job Search
Show your async supplier management skills
Remote employers want proof you can manage vendor relationships without walking down the hall. Document specific examples of written escalations, supplier scorecards you maintained digitally, and contract updates you drove entirely through email or messaging tools. Concrete artifacts carry more weight than claims.
Highlight remote-ready procurement tools
Call out the platforms you've used to manage supplier data, track performance, and run RFPs remotely, whether that's Coupa, Jaggaer, SAP Ariba, or a comparable system. Remote hiring managers scan for these names quickly because they signal you won't need ramp-up time on core workflows.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote supplier relationship manager openings from across the U.S. in one place. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a matching role appears gives you an edge before inbound volume builds on competitive postings.
Prepare for a structured remote interview process
Remote supplier relationship manager interviews often include a written case or scenario exercise to assess how you communicate supplier issues in text. Practice summarizing a supplier performance problem and your resolution clearly in a few short paragraphs, since that skill is exactly what distributed teams need daily.
Remote Supplier Relationship Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote supplier relationship manager job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed procurement teams that rely on digital tools to manage vendor relationships across time zones. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, self-direction, and experience with contract management platforms, supplier scorecards, and virtual negotiation. Candidates who can demonstrate they've managed supplier relationships asynchronously, documented processes clearly, and driven accountability without in-person oversight stand out consistently.
Which companies hire remote supplier relationship managers?
Remote supplier relationship manager roles are posted by Rosendin Electric, BAE Systems USA, and Remarcable and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first companies and large distributed enterprises in technology, logistics, and retail are among the most consistent hirers of this role fully remotely.
Can you get a remote supplier relationship manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry roles in this field are harder to land because employers expect you to manage vendor relationships independently from day one without in-person guidance. Smaller remote-first companies and startups with lean procurement teams are more open to entry-level candidates. Showing contract coordination projects, procurement coursework, or vendor communication samples gives hiring managers something concrete to evaluate instead of experience.
Do you need a degree for remote supplier relationship manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about demonstrated sourcing knowledge, supplier negotiation outcomes, and familiarity with procurement software than a specific credential. A degree in supply chain, business, or a related field helps, but candidates who can point to measurable supplier performance improvements or cost reductions regularly compete effectively without one.
Which industries hire the most remote supplier relationship managers?
Remote supplier relationship manager roles concentrate in Energy, Manufacturing, and Delivery & Couriers, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed procurement teams that coordinate supplier portfolios across multiple regions without requiring managers to be on-site.
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