International Sourcing Lead

Requirements:

  • Lead and support sourcing activities for multiple Product Service Lines, Manufacturing facilities, categories, and/or field operations
  • Lead, facilitate, and implement sourcing activities through a combination of tactical and strategic sourcing initiatives particular to the needs and environment in which these activities occur
  • Provide input and compliance to all  policies and procedures; including those associated with International Trade Compliance
  • Participate in and support category management activities globally, as appropriate
  • Serve as the facilitation point between regional sourcing teams, PSLs, and other Supply Chain (Procurement, Materials & Logistics, Manufacturing, etc.) internal customers, when required, to ensure proper benefits, timelines, and deliverables are met
  • Contribute to assessment of current risk factors & market situations (geo-political, currency, etc.) and identification of opportunities
  • Contribute to detailed planning and execution of improvement actions with users and suppliers

Requirements:

  • Degree in Engineering, Industrial Distribution, Business, or Supply Chain Management or similar discipline
  • At least 3- 6 years of experience in Supply Chain Management activities / experience; MBA desirable
  • Must have the skill sets and ability to interface across the entire enterprise (Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, PM&L, Trade Compliance, Accounting, etc.)
  • Capability of understanding technical documentation and standards (machine drawings, material specifications and classifications, etc.) is required
  • Certification as a Supply Chain Professional preferred
  • SAP knowledge preferred