Job Description
This position is responsible for Strategic Sourcing, Critical Supplier Management and Stakeholder Management for assigned commodities. The incumbent will develop long-term business strategies, aligned with key stakeholders. They will also be accountable for managing critical supplier agreements, strategic sourcing, monitoring, and evaluating and improving supplier performance, developing the supplier base and conducting research to support the commodity strategy.
This position is located in Indianapolis, IN.
Overall accountability for strategic sourcing and commodity strategy management to support the business partner goals and objectives
Analyze commodity spend management opportunities and deploy appropriate strategic plans
Collaborates with key stakeholders to understand business initiatives and Supply Chain’s role in the success of each initiative to meet company objectives
Accountable for managing critical supplier agreements including new sources within given commodities, critical renewals, negotiation of terms, issue identification, tracking and resolution
Negotiate high-level complex contracts while delivering world-class results
Develops successful partnerships with key suppliers to achieve desired results
Conducts research to understand the supply market and commodity trends
Collaborates with Procurement Managers to ensure alignment and execution of commodity strategy
Drives strategic sourcing and commodity plans to achieve savings and performance targets
Continuously identifies and implements strategies and improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve quality and result in a lower total cost of ownership
Continuously evaluates supplier performance and creates and leads teams to improve supplier performance as necessary
Understand business impacts and align with stakeholders to effectively assess risk levels, manage supply continuity, develop contingency plans and establish risk management strategies to mitigate risk.
Salary: 100-115k
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Required Skills & Experience
4-year college degree Supply Chain management or relevant discipline
Minimum of 3 -5 years in Purchasing, Supply Chain or related field
Experience with supply chain concepts and methodologies preferably in the manufacturing industry
Ability to manage multiple, fluid priorities and proactively address business demands in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and planning skills and the demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects
Strong analytical skills and ability to manage complex data
Ability to prioritize and allocate resources to align with department and company goals
Proven track record to deliver results and achieve goals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to create strong working relationships
Negotiation Skills
Must be flexible to work extended hours to support the requirements of the business
Proficient with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, Power Point, Word, Power BI)
Ability to Travel
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
MBA
CPSM
SAP Experience
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.