international sourcing manager

APG Cash Drawer

<div>The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and reliable supply of goods and services. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, evaluates global markets, and works cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and logistics teams to support business objectives. The Manager will identify, report and deliver cost savings and have accountability of procurement performance metrics.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Sourcing:<ul><li>
Develop and implement global sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational goals</li><li>
Identify, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers across multiple regions</li><li>
Lead the implementation and execution of sourcing strategies for direct spend in assigned categories
</li><li>Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize spend</li><li>
Drive procurement optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization, lead time reduction, MOQ (minimum order quantities) and terms optimization, Make vs. Buy analysis, and supplier innovation development
</li></ul>Supplier Management:<ul><li>
Select, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers</li><li>
Evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities and seek new sources of technology to support business needs
</li><li>Perform supplier performance reviews based on cost, quality, delivery, and service</li><li>
Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>
Monitor and resolve supplier disputes, delivery, performance, or quality issues as last step</li></ul>
Cost Management and Negotiation:<ul><li>
Lead contract negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and risk mitigation</li><li>
Track market trends in commodities and report on potential supply constraints</li><li>
Achieve year-over-year cost savings and value creation targets</li><li>
Identify cost-reduction and value engineering opportunities</li></ul>
Risk and Compliance:<ul><li>
Assess and mitigate supply chain risks (geopolitical, financial, operational)</li><li>
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, tariffs, and import/export requirements</li><li>
Proactively identify and recommend potential alternative sources of supply to support enterprise wide cost savings targets and mitigation of risk to support business continuity plans
</li><li>Support business continuity and dual-sourcing strategies</li></ul>
Cross-Functional Collaboration:<ul><li>
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and finance teams</li><li>
Support new product introductions and supplier readiness</li><li>
Drive alignment between sourcing, planning, and operations</li>
All other duties as assigned 
<li>
</li></ul><ul><li>A strong understanding of various ERP systems (like Visual, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and their modules (including finance, supply chain, and HR) is essential; knowledge of Infor Visual is a bonus</li><li>Strong negotiation and contract management skills</li><li>Analytical and financial acumen</li><li>Knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, and global logistics</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal and customer service skills</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail</li><li>Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate</li></ul> 
REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred)</li><li>5&ndash;10+ years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain</li><li>Proven experience negotiating international supplier agreements</li><li>Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment, preferred</li></ul></div>

Global Sourcing Manager

Mondelēz International

<div><div>Job Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Matter.
This is an exciting role where you will learn to use market insights and data analysis to work with different partners to start and shape new market trends. You will support the development and execution of sourcing strategies for spend categories and support the continuous improvement and standardization of the strategic sourcing processes
How you will contribute
You support spend category teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies for specific spend categories. To excel in this role, you interact with cross-functional stakeholders to manage spend and market analytics (for example, conducting &ldquo;make or buy&rdquo; analyses). You also generate insights from bid events, prepare supplier negotiation materials, support project execution and supplier relationship management, and drive controls and compliance.
Job Summary
The External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager for the MENAP (Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan) region will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for third-party manufacturing partners. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a robust, cost-effective, and high-quality external manufacturing network to support the company's growth and supply chain objectives within the region. The manager will lead the identification, qualification, negotiation, and ongoing management of co-manufacturers, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and service standards.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy &amp; Sourcing:
Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for external manufacturing partners across various product categories within the MENAP region.
Identify, evaluate, and qualify new co-manufacturers and suppliers to support new product development, capacity expansion, and strategic objectives.
Conduct market analysis to identify potential partners, understand market trends, and benchmark best practices.
Supplier Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key external manufacturing partners.
Lead joint business planning sessions and performance reviews with strategic suppliers.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with external partners in areas such as cost reduction, quality enhancement, and supply chain efficiency.
Negotiation &amp; Contract Management:
Lead complex negotiations for manufacturing agreements, service level agreements (SLAs), and pricing with external partners to achieve optimal cost, quality, and delivery terms.
Ensure all contracts comply with legal, ethical, and company policy requirements.
Manage contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and termination processes.
Performance &amp; Risk Management:
Monitor and manage external manufacturer performance against agreed-upon KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for quality, cost, delivery, and service.
Implement robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential supply disruptions, quality issues, or financial risks associated with external manufacturing.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure all external manufacturers meet stringent quality and food safety standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with internal teams including Supply Chain, R&amp;D, Quality, Marketing, Finance, and Legal to ensure seamless integration of external manufacturing operations with overall business needs.
Support new product launches and innovation projects by securing appropriate external manufacturing capabilities.
Provide expertise and support for demand planning and forecasting processes related to external production.
Cost Management:
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the external manufacturing network without compromising quality or service.
Analyze cost structures and drive transparency with suppliers.
Compliance:
Ensure all external manufacturing activities comply with local and international regulations, as well as company policies and ethical standards.
More about this role
What you need to know about this position:
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, external manufacturing management, or supply chain operations.
Proven experience in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) or food and beverage industry is highly desirable.
Skills:
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary<div>
Mondelēz International in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan serves the Middle East and Africa markets as well as Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Canada. Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, we have more than 2600 employees working across seven plants and six commercial offices; we make, bake, sell and deliver our products to customers. We are market leaders in key snacking categories with iconic global and local brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate, Milka, Oreo and belVita biscuits, Barni Cakes,Tang powdered beverage, Chiclets and Trident gum and Halls candy.</div>
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type
Regular
Sourcing
Procurement</div></div>

External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager, MENAP

The Ranch Construction Materials

We are seeking a Regional Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across Latin America, drive cost optimization, and strengthen relationships with global suppliers.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Execute category strategies for the LATAM region.</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers.</li><li>Lead negotiations and manage relationships with global suppliers.</li><li>Drive cost and productivity improvements (TCO, annual savings &ge;5%).</li><li>Collaborate with international teams in China, India, Mexico, and the U.S.</li><li>Support localization projects and production transfers.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>5&ndash;10 years of experience in strategic sourcing or global procurement.</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a related field; Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred.</li><li>Experience in cost analysis, negotiation, and supplier management.</li><li>Knowledge of manufacturing processes (Lean / Six Sigma preferred).</li><li>Advanced English and strong communication skills.</li></ul>We Offer<ul><li>Participation in high-impact global projects.</li><li>A dynamic, multicultural work environment.</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth and development</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $700.00 - $1,000.00 per weekWork Location: In person

Sourcing Manager

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondel&emacr;z International?
 
 
 
 
 Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Matter.
 
 
 
 This is an exciting role where you will learn to use market insights and data analysis to work with different partners to start and shape new market trends. You will support the development and execution of sourcing strategies for spend categories and support the continuous improvement and standardization of the strategic sourcing processes
 
 
 
 How You Will Contribute
 
 
 
 You support spend category teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies for specific spend categories. To excel in this role, you interact with cross-functional stakeholders to manage spend and market analytics (for example, conducting &ldquo;make or buy&rdquo; analyses). You also generate insights from bid events, prepare supplier negotiation materials, support project execution and supplier relationship management, and drive controls and compliance.
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 The External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager for the MENAP (Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan) region will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for third-party manufacturing partners. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a robust, cost-effective, and high-quality external manufacturing network to support the company's growth and supply chain objectives within the region. The manager will lead the identification, qualification, negotiation, and ongoing management of co-manufacturers, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and service standards.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Strategy &amp; Sourcing:
 
 
 
 Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for external manufacturing partners across various product categories within the MENAP region.
 
 
 Identify, evaluate, and qualify new co-manufacturers and suppliers to support new product development, capacity expansion, and strategic objectives.
 
 
 Conduct market analysis to identify potential partners, understand market trends, and benchmark best practices.
 
 
 
 Supplier Relationship Management:
 
 
 
 Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key external manufacturing partners.
 
 
 Lead joint business planning sessions and performance reviews with strategic suppliers.
 
 
 Drive continuous improvement initiatives with external partners in areas such as cost reduction, quality enhancement, and supply chain efficiency.
 
 
 
 Negotiation &amp; Contract Management:
 
 
 
 Lead complex negotiations for manufacturing agreements, service level agreements (SLAs), and pricing with external partners to achieve optimal cost, quality, and delivery terms.
 
 
 Ensure all contracts comply with legal, ethical, and company policy requirements.
 
 
 Manage contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and termination processes.
 
 
 
 Performance &amp; Risk Management:
 
 
 
 Monitor and manage external manufacturer performance against agreed-upon KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for quality, cost, delivery, and service.
 
 
 Implement robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential supply disruptions, quality issues, or financial risks associated with external manufacturing.
 
 
 Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure all external manufacturers meet stringent quality and food safety standards.
 
 
 
 Cross-Functional Collaboration:
 
 
 
 Work closely with internal teams including Supply Chain, R&amp;D, Quality, Marketing, Finance, and Legal to ensure seamless integration of external manufacturing operations with overall business needs.
 
 
 Support new product launches and innovation projects by securing appropriate external manufacturing capabilities.
 
 
 Provide expertise and support for demand planning and forecasting processes related to external production.
 
 
 
 Cost Management:
 
 
 
 Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the external manufacturing network without compromising quality or service.
 
 
 Analyze cost structures and drive transparency with suppliers.
 
 
 
 Compliance
 
 :
 
 
 Ensure all external manufacturing activities comply with local and international regulations, as well as company policies and ethical standards.
 
 
 
 More About This Role
 
 
 
 
 What you need to know about this position:
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 
 Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, external manufacturing management, or supply chain operations.
 
 
 Proven experience in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) or food and beverage industry is highly desirable.
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
 
 Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
 
 
 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
 
 
 Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
 
 
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
 
 
 Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
 
 
 Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 No Relocation support available
 
 
 
 Business Unit Summary
 
 
 
 Mondel&emacr;z International in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan serves the Middle East and Africa markets as well as Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Canada. Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, we have more than 2600 employees working across seven plants and six commercial offices; we make, bake, sell and deliver our products to customers. We are market leaders in key snacking categories with iconic global and local brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate, Milka, Oreo and belVita biscuits, Barni Cakes,Tang powdered beverage, Chiclets and Trident gum and Halls candy.
 
 
 Mondel&emacr;z International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 
 
 
 Job Type
 
 
 
 Regular
 
 
 Sourcing
 
 
 Procurement
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VEGROW

<div>
 
 
 Role: International Sourcing &ndash; Fruits
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bangalore / Mumbai
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 3&ndash;5 years
 
 
 
 Industry Preference:
 
 Fruits / Fresh Produce / Perishables
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Vegrow
 
 
 
 Vegrow is building India&rsquo;s largest tech-driven B2B platform for fruits &mdash; enabling seamless demand-supply integration between farmers, wholesalers, and retailers. We are expanding our sourcing footprint across international markets to strengthen our portfolio and ensure year-round fruit availability.
 
 
 We are looking for an agile, business-oriented sourcing professional to lead
 
 international supplier development
 
 and manage
 
 end-to-end import operations
 
 for fruits.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Business Development
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Identify, evaluate, and onboard international suppliers and exporters for key fruit categories.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build long-term partnerships with growers, traders, and aggregators across major sourcing geographies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive negotiations on pricing, terms, and quality standards to ensure competitive and reliable supply.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track global fruit market trends, seasonal availability, and freight movements to support sourcing decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate closely with Vegrow&rsquo;s demand, category, and supply planning teams to align sourcing with business goals.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Documentation &amp; Operations
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee all import-related documentation, including contracts, invoices, shipping papers, and compliance certifications.
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with logistics partners and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination for shipments, clearances, and quality checks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs norms, and phytosanitary requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain an up-to-date supplier database and track performance metrics (cost, quality, delivery).
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3&ndash;5 years of experience in
 
 international sourcing, procurement, or trading
 
 , preferably in
 
 fruits, fresh produce, or perishables
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong exposure to
 
 international markets
 
 and supplier development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid understanding of
 
 import documentation, compliance, and logistics
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities and build networks from scratch.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to travel internationally for supplier visits and trade fairs.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Deputy Manager/Manager - Global Sourcing

Emerald Brand

Position SummaryThe Senior Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of raw materials, components, equipment, and services to support manufacturing operations. This role leads global sourcing initiatives, develops strategic supplier relationships, and negotiates high-value contracts to ensure cost competitiveness, quality, and supply-chain reliability. The Senior Buyer works cross-functionally with engineering, production, quality, and finance teams to optimize sourcing strategies and support overall business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement<ul><li>Lead global sourcing initiatives to identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers across international markets.</li><li>Develop and execute sourcing strategies to reduce costs, improve quality, and mitigate supply-chain risks.</li><li>Manage RFQs, bids, and supplier selection processes for raw materials, components, and capital equipment.</li></ul>Negotiation &amp; Supplier Management<ul><li>Lead complex, high-value contract negotiations, ensuring favorable pricing, terms, and long-term supply agreements.</li><li>Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships, including performance reviews and contract compliance.</li><li>Conduct regular supplier evaluations, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul>Manufacturing &amp; Technical Collaboration<ul><li>Partner with engineering and production teams to define specifications, support new product introductions (NPI), and resolve supply-related issues.</li><li>Understand material requirements planning (MRP), bills of materials (BOM), and manufacturing workflows to ensure procurement aligns with production needs.</li><li>Support cost-reduction and value-engineering projects.</li></ul>Inventory &amp; Supply Chain Management<ul><li>Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and demand forecasts to ensure material availability.</li><li>Identify and manage supply risks, including alternative sourcing and contingency planning.</li><li>Work with logistics teams to optimize freight, delivery schedules, and international shipping compliance.</li></ul>Data Analysis &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and global economic factors impacting cost and supply.</li><li>Prepare procurement reports, cost-saving metrics, and sourcing analyses for leadership review.</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing data in ERP/MRP systems.</li></ul>Compliance &amp; Ethics<ul><li>Ensure all purchasing activities adhere to company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing standards.</li><li>Support audits, documentation requirements, and compliance with import/export regulations.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field</li><li>5&ndash;8+ years of progressive purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Demonstrated success in global sourcing, international supplier management, and contract negotiation.</li><li>Strong understanding of MRP systems, BOM structures, and manufacturing processes.</li><li>Advanced negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.</li><li>Professional certifications (CPIM, CPSM, CPM) preferred but not required.</li><li>NetSuite experience a plus</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Expert negotiation and contract management</li><li>Strategic sourcing mindset</li><li>Strong technical and manufacturing knowledge</li><li>Analytical and data-driven decision-making</li><li>Relationship building and cross-cultural communication</li><li>Problem-solving and risk management</li><li>High attention to detail with a sense of urgency</li></ul>Pay: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Senior Buyer – Global Sourcing & Manufacturing

The Toro Company

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Indirect Sourcing Manager - The Toro Company</h1><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Who Are We?</h2>
With roots dating back to 1914, The Toro Company was built on a tradition of quality and caring relationships. Today, the company is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment, including turf and landscape maintenance, snow and ice management, underground utility construction, rental and specialty construction, and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. Through a strong network of professional distributors, dealers, rental stores and retailers in more than 125 countries, we proudly offer a wide range of products across a family of global brands to help golf courses, professional contractors, underground construction professionals, groundskeepers, agricultural growers, rental companies, government and educational institutions, and homeowners &ndash; in addition to many leading sports venues and historic sites around the world. 
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Your Opportunity:
</h2>As the Indirect Sourcing Manager II, you&rsquo;ll be recognized as a procurement expert who can develop, plan, implement, and maintain leading-edge sourcing strategies for a variety of indirect categories, MRO, manufacturing equipment and consumables, and facilities operations. As a leader within the TTC Global Strategic Sourcing team, you&rsquo;ll strive to create a competitive advantage to our business divisions by reducing total cost, improving quality, and increasing delivery reliability in collaboration with suppliers. Your expertise will be foundational in crafting and executing sourcing strategies, developing robust supplier partnerships, skillfully negotiating contracts, and taking advantage of opportunities to enhance cost-effectiveness. Additionally, this is an opportunity to leverage spend and solutions across TTC&rsquo;s US and Mexico-based manufacturing facilities. This is a hands-on role that supports the indirect team toward successful completion of these goals through coaching and mentoring.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Sponsorship:
</h2><ul><li>Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa , regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Work Location:
</h2><ul><li>The selected candidate may choose their work location, either in in Bloomington, MN Toro's International Corporate Headquarters; or Ditch Witch Division Headquarters in Perry, OK. Fully remote is not available at this time.
</li><li>The current team works 3-days on campus, with optional 2-days remote.
</li><li>This role includes travel 50% in the first year and 30% ongoing (both domestic and international) with related expense reporting duties.
</li><li>Typical office environment as it pertains to lighting, temperature, and noise level when in administrative/operations offices.</li><li>
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse, and to handle other computer components</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What Will You Do? Key Responsibilities:</h2>
In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:<ul><li>
Act as a primary liaison to suppliers within the Supply Transformation program scope and assigned category segment(s)/ suppliers(s). Provide sourcing category expertise for all related categories, including insourcing vs. outsourcing models; Develop &amp; execute a sourcing strategy for each assigned project category that incorporates internal customer requirements, business risk, and supplier capabilities.</li><li>
Responsible for delivering results and leading strategic sourcing initiatives within the Supply Transformation program, including, but not limited to spend analysis, supply market analysis, supplier analysis, RFP; negotiations, contracting, product lifecycle management, and building business cases that support sourcing teams, acting as a coach, and recommending optimal application of the strategic sourcing process.</li><li>
A strong ability to influence people towards a common goal will be critical to the success of this transformation.</li><li>
Develop sustainable strategies for moderate to highly complex vendors/categories that include spend analysis, market considerations, and strategic importance, etc. Evaluate current market conditions on a regular basis and make any necessary changes to support the needs of the Toro Company business. Locate, analyze, and develop a consolidated strategic supplier base to support current and future business needs.</li><li>
Establish and strengthen relationships with suppliers and internal customers.</li><li>
Promote a collaborative, team-oriented approach with direct reports in an effort to continuously improve quality, increase delivery reliability, and reduce supply chain-related risk.
</li><li>Promote collaboration of sourcing personnel with internal and external customers and suppliers.</li><li>
Oversee multiple projects managed by indirect sourcing personnel.</li><li>
Own your own portfolio of projects that deliver savings and process improvements</li><li>
Routinely interact with internal customers in an effort to continuously improve processes, deliverables, and services.</li><li>
Foster an environment of continuous learning and focus amongst the sourcing personnel. Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process, including the evaluation of existing contracts for savings opportunities and value creation.</li><li>
Network with industry groups and strive to remain current with industry trends, identify best practices, and lead implementation efforts as needed.</li><li>
Responsible for staffing, budgeting, and coaching, and development with direct reports.</li><li>
All other tasks and assignments as needed and/or requested.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Dimensions
</h2><ul><li>Project Execution &ndash; You&rsquo;ll lead project critical strategies by interacting with key stakeholders on the identified category segment/suppliers with a focus on the future state. You&rsquo;ll be collaborating with internal cross-functional partners and building relationships with suppliers. You&rsquo;ll interface with engineering, legal, human resources, information technology, finance, marketing, manufacturing facilities and suppliers..</li><li>
Value Creation &ndash; In this role, you will achieve significant negotiated savings while maintaining and improving supplier service levels. You will develop cost reduction strategies based on budgets and expectations for the category.
</li><li>Supplier Relationship Management &ndash; Improve supplier partner performance. Monitor implementation of new contract terms. Review the supplier scorecard and oversee the performance of project identified category segments/suppliers</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What Do You Need?</h2>
To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant area, such as supply chain, business, or STEM required.</li><li>
Proven ability to think strategically both short- and long-term to ensure success across the category.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience in negotiation, leading cross-functional teams, working with various levels of management,
</li><li>Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communications.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and team leadership skills.</li><li>
Strong analytical abilities and research skills, including using internet sources as a resource.</li><li>
Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.</li><li>
Understanding of enterprise purchasing and planning systems, such as SAP and analytical tools.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Preferred:</h2><ul><li>
Masters Degree preferred in a related field is preferred.
</li><li>Institute of Supply Management (ISM) certification (CPSM, CPM) or equivalent, preferred.</li><li>
Experience in sourcing globally (Mexico, China, India, and Europe) strongly desired.</li><li>
Prior experience in SAP is preferred.
</li></ul>Job Title
The job title will be based on academic and prior years of experience.<ul><li>
Manager i: 5 years of supply chain experience, 3+ years of supply chain experience, with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in supervising sourcing professionals desired.</li><li>
Manager II: 7 years of supply chain experience, with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in supervising sourcing professionals desired.</li></ul>
What Can We Give You?
At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top-tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits, The Toro company offers employees at our Bloomington, MN HQ location a variety of perks, including:<ul><li>
Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.</li><li>
Food - Take advantage of our on-site caf&eacute;, which serves both breakfast and lunch. With a Caribou Coffee attached, you can grab a snack and a coffee at any time during your day.</li><li>
Wellness - The Toro Company&rsquo;s HQ offers complimentary use of our on-site fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical well-being, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.
</li><li>Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.</li><li>
Summer Hours &ndash; Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at our Bloomington HQ are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.</li><li>
Competitive Salary &ndash; A reasonable salary estimate is $117,300 - $146,600 for this opportunity. The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the One@Work app, formerly the Even app.</li></ul>
At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you&rsquo;ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities.
The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.
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