International Sourcing Manager - Military Veterans

Position: International Sourcing Manager 

Segment: IAF: Industrial Automation & Finishing

• Lead collaboration with stakeholders and internal teams.
  
  
  
  
  • Partner with stakeholders, executive leaders and department heads to understand business needs.
  
  
  
  • Establish requirements, scope and criteria for procurement projects.
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Manage vendor selection.
  
  
  
  
  • Leverage RFx tools to facilitate strategic sourcing and manage the RFP timeline.
  
  
  
  • Lead initial market research and vendor profiles to aid supplier selection.
  
  
  
  • Create, issue and manage RFPs in a digital RFP management system. Manage proposal evaluation and final vendor selection.
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Build ongoing vendor relationships.
  
  
  
  
  • Use supplier relationship management best practices throughout negotiation, contracting, onboarding and renewal.
  
  
  
  • Conduct regular vendor performance evaluations and supplier risk assessments.
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Analyze procurement data.
  
  
  
  
  • Collect and interpret procurement data including cost analysis reporting.
  
  
  
  • Benchmark spend, RFP data and return on investment.
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Optimize procurement processes.
  
  
  
  
  • Perform regular reviews of established procurement processes to ensure continual improvement.
  
  
  
  • Refine policies, due diligence questionnaires and RFP templates.
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Optimize Logistics and Freight Forwarding.



• Other duties as assigned.   

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred



• Minimum 3 years' experience in an industrial distribution environment



• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; some international travel may be required



• Proven experience working in international logistics



• Proven understanding of tariffs



• Proven experience working in supply chain analysis or related roles



• Bilingual in Japanese or German preferred



• Ability to lead a team



• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, or SAP



• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail



• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams



• Knowledge of supply chain principles, including procurement, inventory management, production planning, and logistics



• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment



• Familiarity with supply chain software systems and tools (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS) is a plus



• Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) is desirable

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage   



• Short-and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance  



• Wellness Discount  



• Safety shoes & glasses reimbursement stipend  

• 401(k) savings plan with an employer match of 50% on the dollar up to 6%  



• Robust referral bonuses  



• Relocation assistance  

• PTO  



• Tuition assistance