Strategic Supply Base Manager

Scotsman Ice; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotsman Ice is seeking a Supply Base Manager in Vernon Hills, IL to lead supply base management for best-value components and services. You will partner with product and project teams to optimize value for end customers.

Responsibilities include driving supplier performance, ensuring timely payments, and guiding strategic direction across divisions, while applying VA/VE methods to reduce costs. 25%+ travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Purchasing experience in ice machine components, metals, electrical, or mechanical components.
• Team oriented; quality and problem-solving training.
• 4 year college degree; mechanical or technical focus preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend and support Product and Project Team activities with inputs and resolve challenges.
• Improve supply base performance using quality techniques and advanced material management methods.
• Assess competitiveness of commodities and supply base to ensure value for company and customers.
• Maintain system integrity to ensure prompt supplier payments and inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate with Accounting to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Provide strategic direction on supply base management across divisions.
• Apply VA/VE techniques to reduce material costs.
• Support with component shortages as needed.
• Contribute input to overall department strategy.

Education

4 year college degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Scotsman Ice is seeking a Supply Base Manager in Vernon Hills, IL to lead supply base management for best-value components and services. You will partner with product and project teams to optimize value for end customers.

Responsibilities include driving supplier performance, ensuring timely payments, and guiding strategic direction across divisions, while applying VA/VE methods to reduce costs. 25%+ travel may be required.