Global Sourcing Manager

DR Power LLP; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401k

Summer hours

Employee events and activities

Job summary

DR Power LLP is seeking a Global Sourcing Manager in Jefferson, WI. The Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing global sourcing strategies, managing supplier performance, and negotiating contracts. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in Global Sourcing or Supply Chain.

This role requires the ability to travel 25% both domestically and overseas. The position offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Global Sourcing experience in Supply Chain or Purchasing.
• Proven capability in global supply chain management.
• Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP System.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement global sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate contracts with preferred suppliers.
• Analyze vendors for cost, quality, and capacity.

Skills

Global Sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Cost analysis

ERP System (SAP)

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

## Global Sourcing ManagerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Jefferson, WI - USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR15035# **We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.** For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?Responsible for managing and implementing global sourcing strategy that supports new product development, profitability enhancement programs (PEP) and business group growth initiatives. In addition, the Manager, Global Sourcing is tasked with managing and improving supplier performance in cost, quality and delivery, negotiating contracts with preferred suppliers, and identifying and driving continuous improvement initiatives.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*** Sourcing Strategy* Develop, Plan Implement Global Sourcing strategy to determine competitive solutions for manufacturing.* Consolidation of raw materials and suppliers* Develop supplier relationships to include cost negotiations and risk mitigations.* Communicate with vendors on performance improvements, cost reductions and maintenance of best-in-class quality standards.* Research and analyze vendors for cost, quality, County of Origin risk, and capacity.* Deliver solutions to drive continued business success to secure best cost and payment terms.* Implement and manage long term contract agreements to deliver the best quality, delivery, and cost.* Evaluate new and existing manufacturing sources for technical capabilities, manufacturing capabilities, quality, forward progression, and cost competitiveness.* Develop a strong understanding of overseas regulations, EPA, labor laws, and currencies.* Sourcing Management:* Manage daily/weekly sourcing analytics in multi sourcing country environments.* Setting and executing cost saving targets to meet company goals.* Assist teams in setting priorities and readjusting when required as business needs.* Quality DPPM rates monitored monthly.* Research alternative Country of Origin sources and make recommendations to internal teams for speed to market, quality, and cost reductions.* Manage all sourcing activities in all New product Developments, including purchasing initial PPAP samples.* Manage and develop sourcing KPI’s.* Implement and manage long term contract agreements to deliver the best quality, delivery, and cost controls.* Collaborate with product teams in managing vendor relationships and negotiations over multiple product lines.* Responsible for coaching, developing of sourcing specialists, including performance reviews, and day to day projects.* Lead supplier correspondence on purchase orders, improve terms, and quality of rejected products.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience* 5 years Global Sourcing, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or related experience including proven capability in global supply chain management.* Experience in commodity management, finished goods, and component sourcing required including indirect sourcing.* Available for 25% overseas and domestic travel.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Global Sourcing and manufacturing experience – North America and Asia a must, additional countries a plus* 1-2 years of people management experience, preferably including management of employees in other countries* Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP System* CPIM or APICS equivalent combination of education and / or experience (backgrounds: Global sourcing, Commodity Management, Materials Management, Procurement, Project Management* Ability to prioritize with strong attention to detail.* Experience analyzing and interpreting data in a procurement setting.* Skilled in using Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint.* Hands-on manufacturing and/or supply chain experience preferred.* Continuous improvement, Six Sigma concepts & methodologies,**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Experience component sourcing required including indirect sourcing* Understanding manufacturing processes, supplier capabilities, industry trends, tooling, injection moldings processes, metal processes (die casting, metal stamping)* Supervisory experience* Interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills* Exhibit strong negotiating skills with proven success* Excellent organizational, determined individual (seeking)* International sourcing a key plus**Great Reasons to work for Generac:*** Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more* Many employee activities* Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers* Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day)* Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators* We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.* Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.* Product loan and discount programs**Physical Demands:** While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.*“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”*