Job Opportunities in United States

Overview: Responsibilities:

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and implement category management strategies utilizing landed cost concepts and total cost of ownership to secure the supply of assigned categories and mitigate risk
• Serve as subject Matter Expert for assigned category; uses knowledge/expertise of category to manage cost drivers, changing supply base, and market innovation to capture lower costs and/or high value alternatives to meet stakeholder needs
• Regularly adapt category strategies in relation to market trends and business requirements to enhance effectiveness
• Lead, manage and execute the formal RFx process; negotiate supplier contracts
• Collaborate with Engineering Department on all category related projects
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for use in contracts and Supplier Management Meetings
• Analyze and understand individual plant needs and processes
• Lead the development and execute the Supplier Management strategy and approach including Supplier Relationship Management, Performance Management, Issue Resolution, and the identification/onboarding of new suppliers
• Develop exit strategies for suppliers that don’t meet Great Dane supplier standards
• Report/communicate quarterly supplier scorecard results with VP Procurement and internal business partners/stakeholders
• Support the Procurement Analyst Department (PAD) to ensure Price Catalogs are continually up-to-date
• Coordinate a holistic approach to Supplier Performance and Measurement with users’ involvement and is a lead participant in a cross-functional team; works closely with suppliers to identify their business objectives and cost drivers; coaches others around Supplier Relationship Management
• Develop clear and concise contractual language documentation to minimize Great Dane’s exposure and vulnerability; advises on methods of control and performance measures, builds clear understanding of consequences of non-performance and mitigates this risk; incorporates provisions that allow for performance measurement, continuous improvement and ongoing review; prepares contract amendments
• Analyze supplier and spend data to obtain TCO information and identify category opportunities; generate reports to create internal profile of category.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s preferable
• Experience: 10+ years of experience
• Skills: Extensive Lean implementation experience with proven track record in transforming organization to achieve better business results.
• Leadership experience with multiple sites.
• Leadership experience in other manufacturing related areas: Quality, Supply Chain.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to articulate vision to a broad audience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including advanced data functions in Excel.
• Excellent analytical skills; ability to collect and analyze data and present findings.
• Solid ability in identifying and resolving problems in a timely, effective manner.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Apex Certified a plus.
• Possesses knowledge of entire Category Management process and interface key issues with users and suppliers; forms cross-functional teams to maximize effectiveness; identifies and recommends improvements to processes and standards
• Applies advanced procurement techniques to maximize value to the business; ongoing coaching of team members in procurement processes
• Aware of market trends and dynamics; track and understand category exposure to price swings; forecast Great Dane’s demand; subject matter expert in assigned category.
• Travel: Travel as required.

• Office and plant environment.
• Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!