Strategic Sourcing Manager

4 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Baker Tilly Vantagen Full time

Description

Job Description Form

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager

Date: December 14th, 2023

Department: Supply Chain (Planning, Procurement, & Logistics)

Reports To: CEO

Direct Reports:

FLSA Status (determined by HR):

JOB Summary

The Strategic Sourcing Manager role includes the procurement of telematics related hardware and software. This role is responsible for partnering with and supporting the Product Management and Customer Success and is responsible for executing strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management initiatives across all FleetPulse suppliers and partners.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Science from an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent engineering program is required.

Certifications/Licenses: Candidates with certifications like Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) are given preference

Years of Experience: 8-12 years in strategic sourcing with an emphasis on telematics (hardware - I/O devices, sensors, wiring harnesses and software)

Essential Functions Provide purchasing leadership to key partners across the business Monitor and report on the progress of negotiations to key business partners Travel to Fleetpulse customer and strategic partner locations in support Supply Chain activities. Investigate and implement new procurement strategies and logistical opportunities. Investigate and implement new technologies related to telematics, autonomous vehicles and electrification. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, organizational policies and business requirements are met, collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement negotiation strategies.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS Travel to supplier locations to evaluate capabilities, assess production readiness, investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies, and resolve chronic supply and quality issues. Capture commodity market data and create comprehensive market and supplier summaries to inform sourcing strategies. Track commodity shortages, price increases, Force Majeures, and other events to ensure supply continuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work environment: Employees must be able to travel to and attend the office to work in person, as required. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor that are in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or other characteristics. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an 'at-will' basis.

Position Requirements

Minimum Knowledge/Skills Required General experience with telematics for mobile equipment, autonomous vehicles, electronics, and electrification Collaborate with the Product and Sales teams to successfully develop and execute global supply-chain, commodity, and technology strategies. Develop category management & strategic sourcing strategies to create value through key supplier selection, enhanced product quality, innovative technology, and improved supply chain performance. Issue formal Requests for Information/Proposal/Quote (RFI's, RFP's, and RFQ's), analyze supplier responses, and select suppliers that meet or exceed product/service requirements. Negotiate letter of award, long-term supply, development, proof-of-concept, and warranty agreements. Value Analysis & Value Engineering (VA/VE) - Work closely with suppliers and partners to identify productivity/cost down initiatives through the use of VA/VE tools

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