Responsible for global subcontractor management. Develops and negotiates collaborative agreements with suppliers. Develops and executes broad based negotiation strategies that include price, schedule and terms & conditions.
Manage Operational performance of the subcons
Responsible for the strategic purchasing of indirect materials and globally.
Develop and manage key supplier partnerships to reduce overall total costs and enhance product and/or service performance.
Identify and develop new/alternate suppliers for key indirect commodities to ensure uninterrupted material flow and/or services into all facilities.
Develop and implement robust global/regional strategic commodity strategies and supply chain projects associated with Indirect commodity to drive cost savings.
Develop and drive the implementation of new sourcing and cost reduction strategies.
Able to influence, align proactively, and work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders on indirect spend requirements.
Able to project manage a cross-functional team, including suppliers, to successfully implement a commodity strategy, cost savings initiative or transition a source of supply.
Use data analytics, strategic sourcing methodologies, and negotiation to build a robust pipeline of cost savings initiatives.
Synchronize supply and demand through collaborative planning and forecasting processes and tools
Educational/Certification Requirement:
BA/BS degree in business administration, operations management strongly preferred. Directly related experience may be considered.
APICS/CPIM certification preferred
Experience Requirement:
Work Experience:
15+ years in a fast paced manufacturing environment with a broad knowledge of materials, purchasing, production control methods, manufacturing methods and techniques
Experience in major subcontract negotiation and management.
Familiarity with software applications including Microsoft Office, ERP systems e.g. SAP, Microsoft Team.
Management Experience
5+ years experience managing personnel at all levels of the supply chain organization;
