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<div>About JLG, an Oshkosh company
JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products&mdash;including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories&mdash;can be found all over the world.
The Purchasing Lead &ndash; Advanced Sourcing (Advanced Technology) role is a senior-level position within the Global Procurement &amp; Supply Chain function at JLG Industries, Inc. (Access Segment). Leading a high-performing team of Category Specialists and Associates, this position sets vision, develops talent, and fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and ownership. Acting as a key enabler of the organization&rsquo;s Global Product Development and Advanced Technology adoption processes, this leader ensures sourcing strategies are developed in alignment with enterprise priorities and delivered in accordance with the Procurement Excellence strategy.
This leader plays a pivotal role in advancing JLG and Oshkosh Corporation&rsquo;s technology leadership in the areas of Electrification, Autonomy &amp; Active Safety, Intelligent Products, and Factory of the future. By developing strategic supplier partnerships, championing cost management and optimization, and leading cross-functional initiatives, this Purchasing Lead delivers value across the full product lifecycle while strengthening organizational resiliency. With strong executive presence and a People First mindset, this role elevates Global Procurement &amp; Supply Chain as a driver of innovation, growth, and competitive advantage.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
YOUR IMPACT</h2>
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.
Leadership &amp; Talent Development<ul><li>
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Category Specialists and Associates, fostering trust, ownership, and a passion for excellence</li><li>
Provide mentorship, set clear priorities, and cultivate a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement that spreads across the Global Procurement &amp; Supply Chain function</li><li>
Drive positive employee engagement using a People First mindset, ensuring team members feel supported, valued, and aligned to organizational objectives</li><li>
Develop and maintain individual development plans for all team members and succession plans for critical roles, building a strong talent pipeline and identifying high-potential future top talent</li><li>
Provide Executive Leadership updates and presentations on key topics, balancing information sharing and guidance-seeking to ensure the team is recognized as subject-matter experts</li></ul>
Advanced Sourcing &amp; Procurement Excellence<ul><li>
Partner cross-functionally (Engineering, Product Management, Operations, etc.) to align Sourcing Strategies with Global Product Development and Operational Footprint roadmaps</li><li>
Ability to quickly develop and leverage knowledge and networks for emerging product categories to anticipate trends, adapt to shifting economic pressures, and provide strategic input on use cases</li><li>
Lead global cost reduction and total cost of ownership improvement initiatives, leveraging Procurement Excellence principles to deliver year-over-year market-leading sustainable value</li><li>
Champion best-in-class sourcing practices leveraging experience, networking, research, analytics, cost modeling, market intelligence, and other methods to drive measurable positive impacts</li><li>
Foster co-innovation with supply base partners that accelerates time-to-market while securing meaningful Intellectual Property (IP)</li><li>
Negotiate and manage key agreements, such as Long-Term Supply Agreements with commercial and operational protections, Warranty Agreements with reverse logistics strategies, and Technology Development Agreements with clear deliverables, in partnership with Legal Counsel</li><li>
Leverage Supplier Relationship Management best practices to develop multi-layer cross-functional strategic partnerships that enhances performance and innovation</li><li>
Build and sustain a world-class supply base in partnership with Supplier Development and Supply Chain Solutions, consistently surpassing benchmarks in cost, delivery, capacity, quality, warranty, and program management</li></ul>
Program &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>
Lead critical technology selection and sourcing initiatives through Proof of Concept and Global Product Development processes, applying project management skills to ensure program success</li><li>
Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks for assigned categories, collaborating with Supply Chain Solutions and Global Operations to address the current situation while improving future continuity of supply</li><li>
Lead comprehensive supplier evaluations, leveraging financial, capacity, and quality audits, as well as other assessments, to identify risks and support informed decision-making processes</li></ul>
Enterprise Alignment<ul><li>
Serve as the Access Segment representative on the Oshkosh Advanced Sourcing Global Council, driving initiatives that uncover synergies, standardize best practices, and leverage organizational scale to enhance project success, accelerate innovation, and generate enterprise-wide value</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with six (6) or more years of relevant experience in Category Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a related field.</li><li>
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>
Ability to travel up to 25%; including international</li><li>
Willingness to work in an in-office environment</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>
Prior leadership experience with demonstrated ability to develop, inspire, and lead high-performing teams</li><li>
Experience in a global manufacturing environment, with preference toward off-highway and automotive applications</li><li>
Passion for Advanced Technology and Innovation with a focus on components and trends that support efforts in Electrification, Autonomy &amp; Active Safety, Intelligent Products, and Factory of the Future initiatives</li><li>
Familiarity with best-cost country (BCC) sourcing strategies and supplier development methodologies</li><li>
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights</li><li>
Relevant industry-related certificates and/or certifications (e.g. CSCP, PMP, etc.)</li><li>
Earned or actively pursuing an advanced industry-related degree (e.g. MBA, MSc, etc.)</li><li>
Ability to effectively communicate, including written and verbal updates to Executive Leadership</li><li>
Ability to work in a cross-functional and global team environment</li><li>
Strong organizational and project management skills, with exceptional follow-through and attention to detail</li><li>
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities and requirements while exceeding expectations and meeting deadlines</li><li>
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment with evolving requirements</li><li>
Experience and proficiency with software application including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI, SharePoint, Teams, etc.), project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.), and MRP systems</li><li>
Curiosity for and interest in leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance outcomes</li></ul>
WORKING CONDITIONS
The following represents general working conditions for this office-based role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.<ul><li>
This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment with standard lighting, ventilation, and temperature-controlled settings.</li><li>
Duties are largely sedentary, requiring extended periods of sitting and using a computer and telephone.</li><li>
Visual acuity to operate a computer and read documents is required, along with auditory ability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings.</li><li>
Occasional movement within the office environment is necessary, including walking short distances, standing, or reaching for files.</li><li>
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</li></ul>
Pay Range:
$91,800.00 - $153,200.00
The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be &quot;U.S. Persons,&quot; as defined in these regulations. Generally, a &quot;U.S. Person&quot; is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.</div>

Purchasing Lead - Advanced Sourcing (Advanced Technology)

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Purchasing Lead - Advanced Sourcing (Advanced Technology)