Sourcing Manager

Responsibilities

Lead negotiations and supplier selectionContinuously looks for new savings opportunities through analysis of data (spend, purchase price variance, etc.) and hands on review of materials in the production areas.Leads Request for Proposal (RFP) process with all stakeholders.Works with suppliers and internal team members to qualify new parts.Negotiates key items with suppliers including pricing, payment terms, lead time, and inventory programs.Records and tracks information as required for timely and accurate measure of performance regarding sourcing activities and savings.Support the plants to help local teams efficiently resolve escalated issues.Leads Procurement NPD activities through preferred supplier programs and RFQ's.Identify gaps to goals and collaboratively develop and support countermeasures and activities to close the gap and exceed targets.Work to align strategies between commodity and sector localization, plant rationalization and similarWorks with suppliers to address significant and/or systemic issues with performance (quality, delivery, warranty, etc.) as may be required in support of plant Manufacturing, Purchasing and Quality teamsResponsible for coordinating with commodity teams, materials, operations, engineering, finance, quality, and field operations to complete projects and achieve expected benefits within project timeline.Creates continuous improvement ideation sessions for responsible plants. Generate and evaluate new ideas and opportunities aligned with plant priorities and strategies.Participate in and represent Sourcing function during plant or product Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) or Major Model Review (MMR) events. Responsible for collecting and communicating commodity actions following event.Performs additional duties as assigned and participates in special projects as required.















Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or equivalent5+ years of progressive job-related experiencePrior experience in a sourcing or supply chain role preferredIncumbent must have well-developed negotiation skills and assessing vendors.Experience using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word, is required. Proficiency using Excel at an advanced level (use financial and logical functions; work with multiple worksheets and workbooks; edit and use macros/ import and export information) is strongly preferred.Previous lean manufacturing or 6 Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt experience a plusAbility to gather, analyze, and interpret data, confirming its accuracy and adequacy, and using it to drive decisions as well as present results and business cases to managementOracle & SAP experience in a global environment is preferredAbility to travel up to 10%









The successful candidate will:

Be a self-starter and highly motivatedIncumbent must have strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated effective leadership and influencing skills and practicesExperience coordinating, facilitating discussions, consultation and conflict resolution skillsAbility and willingness to understand and interact with diverse groups and culturesEvidence of skills & attributes including effective listening, gathering complete information, ensuring accuracy, problem-solving, negotiating, researching discrepancies, and handling conflict are critical.The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet compressed deadlines, and handle frequent interruptions is essential.Strong bias for action and results orientationAbility and willingness to respond quickly and appropriately in a dynamic, fast paced work environment and the flexibility to withstand challenging situations








Key Competencies

Complex Decision-MakingImpeccable time-managementSupply Chain AcumenProject ManagementRelationship Management





We are committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.



At Ingersoll Rand we foster inspired teams. As a powerful and progressive global industrial company, we are looking for talented candidates with a bias for action and an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team. Our employees are empowered to act as owners every day for our customers, our communities and themselves. We offer a broad range of opportunities to build a successful and rewarding career with an innovative company. Join us at the new and exciting Ingersoll Rand.



Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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