Buyer Senior

Modine; Racine (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day One benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity Leave (12 weeks)

Short term disability leave paid 100%

Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Paternity Leave (4 weeks)

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with ER"%

Job summary

Modine, a global leader in thermal management headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin, is seeking a Regional Senior Procurement Buyer. You will oversee plant procurement across regional Data Center plants, partnering with Global Commodity Managers and engineering to drive cost reductions, improve quality, and optimize delivery.

Responsibilities include contract negotiations, ERP data stewardship, supplier performance tracking, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced global environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commodity management.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing implementation for new product programs and other sourcing plans.
• Support supplier negotiations (price, schedules, and terms and conditions).
• Lead voice of the plants’ feedback and data collection with Global Commodity Managers.
• Lead sourcing activities not handled by Global Commodity team.
• Support negotiation of contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive performance in cost, quality, delivery, and service.
• Identify, evaluate and execute cost reduction plans with stakeholders.
• Monitor vendor and internal scorecards and improve Procurement KPIs.
• Lead ERP data activities, including pricing and data points for proper costs.
• Resolve supplier issues to mitigate supplier risk.
• Analyze spending data and lead improvement initiatives.
• Assist with integrating new acquisitions as requested.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

ERP systems (SAP)

Excel expertise

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com .

Position Description

The Regional Senior Procurement Buyer oversees plant procurement activities for assigned categories across all regional Data Center plants to achieve total value for the business. This critical role leads procurement activity at plant operations with primary partnerships in global commodity management, supplier quality, engineering, materials planning/logistics, and external suppliers. The main responsibilities involve vendor management, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) data maintenance, data analysis, sourcing implementation, and cost reduction project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing implementation for new product programs and other sourcing plans.
• Support supplier negotiations (price, schedules, and terms and conditions).
• Lead voice of the plants’ feedback and data collection and partnership with Global Commodity Managers in development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Lead sourcing activities not handled by Global Commodity team.
• Support negotiation of contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings, improve quality, and ensure favorable terms for Modine.
• Build relationships with suppliers and partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive high performance in cost, quality, delivery, and service level.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify, evaluate and execute cost reduction plans.
• Monitor vendor and internal scorecards as well as and work to improve all Procurement KPIs.
• Lead Procurement ERP data activities, including pricing and other data points necessary to ensure proper costs are incurred by the business.
• Lead resolution of supplier issues such as invoicing discrepancies, delivery delays, communication gaps, and quality concerns to mitigate overall supplier risk.
• Analyze spending data, identifying and leading improvement initiatives.
• Assist with integrating new acquisitions as requested.
• Ensure compliance with Modine's procurement policies, ethical sourcing guidelines, and relevant industry regulations.

Required Education & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commodity management.
• Proven track record of successful negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• CPM or CPSM certification is a plus. Education Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

Why Choose Modine?

• Day One
• Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
• Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
• 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
• Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)
• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

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The salary range for this position is estimated in good faith to be [minimum amount – maximum amount]. The specific offer will depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and other job-related considerations but will be within the stated range.Where required by applicable law, a general description of benefits and other compensation offered for this role is also provided or made available.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.