Strategic Sourcing Manager

Snap-on; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated sourcing specialist to enhance their supply chain strategies. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in supplier management and negotiations to drive significant cost reductions and improve supplier performance. Collaborating cross-functionally, you will establish strong relationships with suppliers while ensuring timely material flow to meet customer demands. If you are passionate about continuous improvement and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a tangible impact in the organization.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in purchasing with a focus on supplier management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.
• Proven ability to develop supplier performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Industrial sourcing strategy.
• Negotiate complex supplier contracts to achieve results.
• Drive process improvements and total cost management.

Skills

Commodity Management

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

College Degree

MBA

CPM Certification

Tools

Lean Management

E-commerce Tools

Job description

This position is onsite at the Corporate Headquarters located in Kenosha, WI.

Who We Are

People know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap-on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap-on team.

This position will leverage supply chain knowledge and material planning expertise to define and help implement the sourcing strategy for the Industrial supply chain. Focus on sourcing processes; establish, track, and enforce supplier performance metrics; and build strong supplier relationships. Generate significant cost reduction through negotiations, supplier consolidation, e-commerce, supplier-managed inventory, etc. Facilitate communication between suppliers and strategic sourcing/procurement to ensure timely and consistent material flow to meet customer delivery timelines and established business unit objectives. Lead category managers of sourced product and service offerings. Collaborate with Snap-on Tools counterparts as necessary to achieve overall organizational goals.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks

1. Develop the Industrial sourcing strategy and support team. Work cross-functionally to deliver value to the operations and sales organizations.
2. Establish and manage supplier relationships.
3. Negotiate and navigate through complex supplier and customer contracts to achieve results.
4. Define a repeatable process for driving supplier performance, including improved on-time delivery, reduced lead times, lower unit costs, and cost-effective supplier-managed inventory programs.
5. Create, implement, and oversee the supplier scorecard process to ensure goals are met consistently. Work with under-performing suppliers on recovery plans.
6. Segment the supplier spend, develop commodity strategies, and implement tactics to deliver cost reductions.
7. Drive process improvements and total cost management through use of RCI or lean management skills.
8. Promote the use of technology, including Advanced Shipping Notices (ASNs), e-auctions, e-commerce (EDI or other tools), etc.

Key Metrics

• Supplier on-time delivery (COT)
• Supplier quality
• Cost reduction (dollars)
• Supplier consolidation (number of suppliers)
• Supplier managed inventory

Qualifications

• College degree required; MBA preferred. CPM or similar certification is a plus.
• 5-10 years of experience in purchasing, with skills in commodity management, negotiations, agreements, and supplier management.
• Proven ability to develop and track supplier performance metrics that improve delivery and reduce costs.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, capable of effective communication at all organizational levels.
• Negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently and achieve results with minimal supervision.
• Excellent project management skills to lead initiatives from conception to implementation.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills to manage staff, lead teams, and influence suppliers.
• Decisiveness, results-oriented, and accountable.
• Energetic with a sense of urgency and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to travel up to 25% as needed.

Learn More About Snap-on

Snap-on is rooted in the dignity of work. Since our founding over 100 years ago, we have been dedicated to this principle. We celebrate our work, our customers—The Makers and The Fixers—who perform daily to move the world forward.

Snap-on is a drug-free workplace and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran