We are seeking a resourceful strategic sourcing manager to develop and implement improved strategic sourcing policies and processes within our Customer Service Business unit.
You will be creating cost savings and value creation opportunities, negotiating cost-effective contract pricing with key suppliers, and overseeing our Customer Service sourcing team.
**What we offer**:- Career Development- Competitive Compensation and Benefits- Pay Transparency- Global Opportunities- Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.- This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
**Tasks and Qualifications**:**This is What You Will do in This Role**:- Provide guidance and professional development to the Business Unit Strategic Sourcing team ensuring training and implementation of Strategic Sourcing skills processes including; Analytics and Insights,Negotiation Training, Project Management and Operational Excellence.- Support and deliver improved efficiencies to Purchase to Pay system in BU (P2P), collaborate with Global Sourcing Division (regional & US), Global Customer Service Operation team, Finance, and other BU functions.
Review strategies directed by Global Category leaders and execute strategies based on the Customer Service requirements and needs.
Implement any changes in the supplier base based on proposals from Category leaders of analysis of market conditions and pricing.- Review and authorize local supply contracts and pricing where applicable.
Evaluate the performance of strategic buyers.- Administration and management of resources, for the execution of category and strategic buyer strategies.- Report any non-compliance with the compliance code, regulations on quality, safety, health and the environment.- Ensure compliance with the compliance code within your jurisdiction, serving as a model to follow for the strategic purchasing process.
**What We are Looking For**:- 5 to 10 years in the procurement area (strategic purchasing, purchasing, supply chain or experience related to the supply chain).- Experience and knowledge in managing in managing in a Distribution, Warehouse and/or customer service-oriented environment.- Basic knowledge of SAP, MS Applications, ISO-9001, 14001, 45001, CE, UL- Experience with lean six sigma and continuous improvement projects preferred.- Advanced excel knowledge and experience.- Experience in project-based manufacturing environment is a plus