Support the category manger in development and execution of sourcing strategies for designated commodities or product platforms.
Develop productivity pipeline to deliver 3% gross productivity annually and provide analysis for productivity opportunities.
Responsible for supporting the category manager on commercial activities including: Contract Management, Product / Part Qualification, Quotation preparation and negotiation activities, Regulatory Compliance.
Participative and integral member in product development teams serving as category sourcing support for NPD/VAVE initiatives.
Vendor and part data management within SAP.
Supplier and commodity spend management and productivity tracking.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Ability to travel (Less than 10% expected)
Proven problem solving skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent analytical and project leadership skills
Ability manage multiple projects to completion
Negotiation experience and strong communication skills externally with suppliers
0-3 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, operations, or related business fields
Excel, Word and PowerPoint experience is required
Experience sourcing from a global supply base (preferred)
Previous experience with consumer products company (preferred)