Job Information
VollRath Strategic Buyer in Sheboygan, Wisconsin
The Strategic Buyer secures quotations for New Product Development (NPD) projects and supplier consolidation for risk mitigation to ensure products are in alignment with strategic direction within category spend.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, & OTHER DUTIES
Manages the NPD sourcing to include:
Ordering and tracking of Engineering samples
Quotes all new products and maintains quote master lists by project
Pursues quotes from multiple sources on high $ items, for TCO analysis
Attends all NPD team meetings
Ensures preferred suppliers are involved in the design and quote processes
Works in collaboration with Supplier Quality to ensure that PPAP's are submitted on all new products.
Analyze and optimize the process related to the spend category through established procurement tools.
Ensure alignment between business strategy and sourcing strategy.
Set supplier consolidation objectives to be completed through the sourcing strategy and monitor achievement.
Manage all the key suppliers within the spend category.
Evaluate current spend and supplier data and identify improvement opportunities.
Support of manufacturing site requirements, leveraging spend across locations to identify and implement sourcing and process improvements to strengthen and accelerate supply chain initiatives.
Project and/or Program Manager activities, leading projects to meet objectives and drive operational results. Assess and adjust supply base capability and capacity to minimize potential supply disruptions.
Design and lead supplier transitions (Outsourcing, Insourcing, Resourcing)
Support cross-functional efforts to reduce costs, standardize components and consolidate supply base with lower volume spend.
Coordinates with Plant Planning on order quantities and inventory turn strategy to establish initial purchased cost on NPD components.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Office Environment
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
QUALIFICATIONS
1 year material planning in a similar environment
3 experience in purchasing in a manufacturing environment, 1 year of Strategic Procurement activities
Associates degree in related field, Bachelors degree preferred
Must work well with others in a team environment
Demonstrated strong organizational skills
Collaborative as opposed to prescriptive in dealing with issues
Highly analytical - must be able to synthesize data and establish clear direction
Drive to advance to a Strategic level of Procurement
VOLLRATH'S CORE VALUES
Treat All People with Respect: Our intention is to recognize the diverse experiences, styles, and backgrounds of others, treating everyone with dignity. We aim to foster an inclusive culture where all team members can be their authentic selves and feel safe in voicing their perspectives.
Take Ownership: Our intention is to match our actions with our words, building trust with others. We are united in taking responsibility for the success of Vollrath as a whole.
Empower Action: Our intention is to create a workplace where every member can thrive in their growth and contributions with excitement, confidence, and psychological safety. We support each team member with resources and tools to strengthen collaboration and performance.
Commitment to Those Who Count on Us: Our intention is to drive innovation and practical solutions through understanding the needs of our coworkers, customers, owners, and communities. We are dedicated to proactively addressing those needs and delivering results.
Life Beyond Work: Our intention is to care for the well-being of every individual we engage with, understanding them as a whole person. We strive to keep people mentally and physically safe, sending each person home in a condition to build a fulfilling life beyond work. We encourage balance, allowing our colleagues to pursue their passions.
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