Buyer Senior

Modine Manufacturing Company; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Life Insurance

HSA with employer contrib

FSA

Disability insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company, a global leader in thermal management, seeks a Regional Senior Procurement Buyer to oversee plant procurement across regional Data Center plants. You will drive sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and manage ERP data while collaborating with global teams to reduce costs and ensure quality.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cross-functional partnership, and improving procurement KPIs in a fast-paced, international environment.

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.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.

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 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.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost reduction

Supplier relationship management

ERP systems (SAP)

Microsoft Excel

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Position 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

Health & Well-being

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • 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)

Financial Benefits

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

To view full benefits information:MyModine Benefits

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.

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.

Modine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Welcomes all Qualified Applicants!

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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.