Lead Global Sourcing Category Manager - Wood Products

Description

• Provide actionable insights to leadership on strategic sourcing initiatives and opportunities for improvement.
• Think Fast by valuating and managing supplier risks and develop contingency plans to ensure the security of supply.
• Make Hard Call by monitoring supplier performance, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and commodity trends to identify opportunities for improvement and competitive advantage.
• Manage global sourcing strategies for assigned categories ensuring alignment with business objectives and global goals.
• Work it Together-collaborating w/ functional areas; Master Scheduling., Planning, Manufacturing plants, Distribution Centers & External suppliers to ensure customer expectations are met.

Requirements

• Ability to develop, lead, and manage supply chain strategy and supply base for Wood Products category.
• 7+ years of experience in direct sourcing; preferably in the wood products category.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Proven track record reducing Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
• Proven ability to scope and create projects to reduce cost, improve productivity, reduce supplier risk and increase capacity along with a collaborative approach to communication & problem-solving.
• Experience in strategic sourcing for multiple production plants from an international supply base.
• Wood products category sourcing experience, to include an understanding of the characteristics of wood species and manufacturing processes for millwork, is preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing complex supplier contracts
• Experience in applying change mgmt. techniques, lean principles & project management tools is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance