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Sourcing Manager, Indirect Materials and Services
Location:
Sterling, IL
Description:
WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST! Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sourcing Manager to join our team. The Sourcing Manager for Indirect Materials & Services will be responsible for supplier sourcing and category management duties within various indirect spend categories. These responsibilities include assessing current end-to-end sourcing operations, implementing process improvements to ensure value-add and aligned sourcing activity, supplier relationship management, negotiations, new supplier and materials development, risk mitigation, and building strong/supportive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This position reports to the Vice President of Global Strategic Sourcing. Initially, this will be an individual contributor role. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Drive strategic supplier initiatives including supplier selection, development, and consolidation. Develop and maintain a good understanding and knowledge of assigned category products/markets and their potential impact on company performance. Work closely and develop effective relationships with internal customers/stakeholders to understand priorities, timing, and strategy of key business requirements. Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all sourcing expectations are met. Work closely with Compliance to ensure all suppliers maintain the expected standard. Develop and manage a cost savings project pipeline that will deliver year-over-year savings to the company within assigned categories. Develop, communicate, and implement short & long-term category strategies to lower total cost of ownership and mitigate risk to the company. Manage sourcing for capital expenditures to meet timelines and budgets, mitigate risks and liabilities to the company, and protect working capital through payment terms improvements. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES : Develop and maintain a deep understanding and knowledge of assigned category products/markets, supplier input costs and their potential impact on company performance; and should be viewed as the "expert" within these categories domestically and globally. Drive the supply base to continually develop and implement process improvements and provide meaningful value to the company Responsible for overall performance of suppliers in assigned categories Partners cross-functionally with stakeholders to ensure end-to-end collaboration and alignment Ensure supplier agreements, pricing, processes, and quality meet or exceed business requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain operations, finance or other related to business requirements Minimum 3-5 years strategic indirect category management/sourcing experience Minimum 3-5 years of capital expenditure category management/sourcing experience Knowledge of lean manufacturing, supplier audit processes and CPI methodology Knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies (RFx, SRM, category management, etc.) and excellent negotiation skills Proven project management and communication skills Ability to be proactive and persistent in a fast paced, multi-dimensional environment. Ability to build collaborative relationships across many functional areas. Ability to respectfully challenge status quo where appropriate, as supported by well-researched data and effectively articulate how each case will positively affect the company. Strong "follow up" mind set and attention to detail. Integrity, humility, flexibility, and a creative thought process. Travel up to 25% (mostly domestic) Why Wahl? We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century. Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values. When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth. Perks & Benefits: BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $11 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $4 per week In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000! Biometric testing with wellness credits 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year Scholarship Program Daycare discounts Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts Company paid Life Insurance Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability 10 paid holidays per year Casual work environment
Company:
Wahl Clipper
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPool
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