Strategic Sourcing & Category Manager (Germantown/Atlanta)
TK Elevator · Germantown, TN · 4 wk ago
HybridSupply ChainFull-time
What we expect
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Responsible for
- Establishes, negotiates, and maintains Long Term Agreements (LTAs) with suppliers to meet supplier performance and costs goals.
- Develops commodity strategies and leads supplier selections by gathering inputs with key stakeholders.
- Manages risks thru proactive supply management actions.
- Reduces supply base while developing long-term alliances with chosen core suppliers.
- Becomes an expert in market and manufacturing processes for assigned commodities.
- Led and participates in multi-functional teams for design improvements, cost reduction opportunities, and other strategies for operational and supply chain improvements at all levels within TKE.
- Understands and adheres to internal, corporate and governmental policies and laws related to commodities and suppliers.
- Establishes working relationships with senior management at suppliers and holds supplier performance reviews, including key stakeholders from other functions.
- Counsels supplier investigations and supplier audits.
- Define strategies and be a strong partner with Sourcing Operations teams to drive implementation and compliance strategies at the business franchise level.
- Supports New Product Introductions teams within defined category.
- Participates in the review process of specifications for equipment, products or substitution of materials.
- Prepares, reviews and tracks reporting in relation to management of suppliers.
- Assists in evaluating suppliers' performance by gathering information and preparing reports.
- Conducts audits of supplier procedures involving company owned tools, inventory, or equipment being held by suppliers.
- Resolves vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, or Business-related field and 3+ years business related experience.
- Second/advanced degree desirable.
- Project Management skills a plus.
- 3+ years of experience in indirect category/services procurement.
- Cross functional thinking.
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills.
- Advanced level of negotiating skills and contract expertise in corporate contract process.
- Superior organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with many levels of the organization.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, assignments simultaneously and to operate in a matrix environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software and ERP.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Supplemental medical plans
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
- Optional life and AD&D coverage
- Identity theft monitoring
- Pet insurance
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.
- Additional benefits include:
- 15 days of vacation per year
- 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
- Paid sick leave, per company policy
- Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)
- TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.
- Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to email us directly at ElevatorJobs.ams@tkelevator.com or call 1-844-427-5461.
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