Buyer Senior

About the Role

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.

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.

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.