Associate Global Sourcing NPD

Fortune Brands Innovations; Deerfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual for a hybrid position focused on enhancing supply chain strategies. This role involves leading sourcing projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring supplier compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and a strategic approach to problem-solving. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and where your contributions will directly impact the quality of life for customers and the community. If you are ready to make a difference in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) program with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off benefits

Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits

Half-day summer Fridays

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in global sourcing or supply chain.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to support sourcing strategies and ensure milestones are met.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength. Explore life at Fortune Brands here.

Job Description

This is a hybrid position reporting to FBIN HQ in Deerfield, IL.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead projects to resource, award components to support sourcing strategies while ensuring all project milestone tasks are completed on-time.
• Lead RFQ’s, Supplier selection, negotiations, issue Purchase orders for Design Validation (DV) to PPAP for New Product introductions.
• Analyze landed costs, taking into consideration transportation costs, duty rates and tariffs to make informed supplier selection decisions.
• Implement category strategies supported by a strong understanding of Water Innovations (WINN)’s strategies, WINN’s competition, and the industry.
• Ensure coordination with WINN Platforms and Innovation teams on key project and product development.
• Collaborate with functional areas like Master Scheduling, Planning, Manufacturing plants, Distribution Centers and External suppliers to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Ensure suppliers comply with WINN’s code-of-conduct program (e.g., Global Citizenship, Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct).
• Implement / Execute projects for productivity enhancement, risk mitigation, capability/capacity enhancement. Collaborate with Analytics team to develop category savings approach utilizing the Strategic Sourcing model.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to achieve strategic initiatives by improving supplier performance through the utilization of WINN’s supplier scorecard and the development of continuous improvement action plans as required.
• Support the implementation and sustainability of WINN’s Risk Management program—understand supplier capabilities, financial health, operational performance and impact to the business.
• Provide the voice of the supply base to WINN while being the voice of WINN to the supply base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering is required.
• One to 2 years of experience in a global sourcing or supply chain environment.
• One to 2 years prior project experience working within a cross-functional team to achieve a desired goal.
• General knowledge and understanding of relevant manufacturing processes.
• ISM or ASCM certification is desirable.
• Analytical, negotiating and relationship skills.
• Working knowledge of ERP, Microsoft Office Suites.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strategic thinking: ability to be forward-looking, see the possibilities and set a long-term SMART goals.
• Must be able to travel up to 20% of the time (domestically and internationally) for supplier visits, business audits, and overall category education.

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $49,000 USD - $86,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more.