supplier development specialist

Elevate Aircraft Seating

<div><p>Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sourcing Specialist to join our team in Santa Maria, CA. This is an on-site position based in Santa Maria, CA. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.</p>
<p><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></p>
<p>The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for negotiating with suppliers to obtain goods, materials, and services at the best prices by using strategic sourcing strategies and extensive knowledge of their commodity industry, under the direction of a Commodity Managers and Sourcing Council.
</p><p><b>SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES</b> - <b>Essential Functions</b><b> </b><b>(Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)</b></p>
<p><i>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions</i></p>
<ul><li>Maintain a complete and current supplier database (AVL/ASL), following strict process requirements.</li>
<li>Maintain and update supplier files and documents in order to keep AVL/ASL current.
</li><li>Support or conduct pre-screening activities to qualify alternative supply sources on key products and services; based on risk mitigation, cost out opportunities, etc.</li>
<li>Conduct market analyses that contribute to an optimal selection of strategic suppliers, in accordance with commodity strategies.</li>
<li>Negotiate price, quantity, and delivery schedules with suppliers.</li>
<li>Develop, issue and manage Request for Quote (RFQ) for sourcing goods and services to achieve savings based on targeted specifications.</li>
<li>Analyze and compare RFQ data for various award factors like cost, quality, proven performance, etc.
</li><li>Generate quote comparisons and contribute to internal supplier selection based on the quotes.</li>
<li>Prepare status reports and creates supplier Key Performance Indicators</li>
<li>Provide solutions to improve company spending and outsourcing based on data analysis.</li>
<li>Monitor supplier capability and capacity in order to distribute workload amongst suppliers appropriately.
</li><li>Support internal quarterly vendor reviews to ensure supplier challenges are addressed including corrective action plans, alternate sourcing strategies, and contract adherence.</li>
<li>Provide support to site buyers / procurement specialists, as needed.</li>
<li>Maintain long-lasting relationships with suppliers.</li>
<li>Analyze and improve existing procurement systems, vendor agreements, logistical arrangements, and workflow systems.</li>
<li>Track contract renewals, extensions, and modifications.</li>
<li>Arrange supplier meetings with appropriate personnel for negotiations, capacity and capabilities reviews, monitoring and surveillance assessments, etc.</li>
<li>Coordinate with Supplier Quality and Quality Assurance to ensure that all suppliers are in good standing on the approved supplier list.</li>
<li>Cooperate with people of different levels inside and outside the company, interact with team to reach team goals and business objectives on a very high level.</li>
<li>Recognize and respond to customer expectations with sense of urgency.</li>
<li>Work to achieve the highest delivered quality at the lowest possible cost in support of company targets.</li>
<li>Take actions and decisions to generate ideas, products, processes in promised timely manner; involved in designs and work requiring creative imagination on a high level.</li>
<li>Set goals in consistency with company objectives and adapt plans to changing environment.</li>
<li>Maintain a safe, secure, and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Perform other related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS &ndash; Education, Knowledge, and Experience</b></p>
<p><b>Education:</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree or equivalent work experience is required</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Experience:</b><i>
</i></p><ul><li>3-5+ years of direct experience</li>
<li>Experience with AS9100, AS9102 and Boeing &amp; Airbus commercial aircraft contract requirements</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Skills:</b></p>
<ul><li>Knowledge of Boeing and Airbus specifications for aircraft seat systems</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Other:</b></p>
<ul><li>May be asked to work extended or irregular hours as required</li>
<li>Will be asked to travel globally to source and secure supply chain suppliers</li>
<li>Often asked to travel on short notice</li>
<li>Elevate Aircraft Seating is an &ldquo;at-will&rdquo; employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer, and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company</li>
<li>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions</li>
</ul>
<p><b>SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Direction with necessary guidance is provided in terms of tasks and craftsmanship and measured based upon how well tasks have been completed. Receives detailed instructions as needed.
</p></li></ul><p><b>LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY</b></p>
<ul><li>Ability to empower others to achieve results through motivation, recognition and performance feedback on a very high level</li>
<li>Will be assigned Commodity Buyers, Supplier Development and possibly Supplier Quality oversight responsibilities</li>
</ul>
<p><b>PROBLEM SOLVING</b></p>
<ul><li>Develops and provides solutions to complex problems based on established precedents consistent with organization objectives</li>
<li>Ability to take full responsibility for decisions &amp; results even when all elements are not under individual direct control on a very high level</li>
</ul>
<p><b>LANGUAGE SKILLS</b></p>
<ul><li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
</li></ul><p><b>COMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITS</b><br>
<i>Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity</i></p>
<p><b>Salary Range Transparency: </b>$95,000 - $120,000 annually</p>
<p><b>Featured Benefits:
</b></p><ul><li>Up to 7% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
</li><li>Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting</li>
<li>3 weeks of Paid Time Off
</li><li>12 paid holidays
</li><li>Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
</li><li>And so much more!
</li></ul><p><b>Other Perks:
</b></p><ul><li>Potential for growth within organization
</li><li>Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture</li></ul></div>

Sourcing Specialist

<div>3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.<div></div><div>
Job Description:</div><div></div><div>
About the Role</div><div>
We are seeking a strategic and technically skilled Sourcing Specialist to lead procurement and supplier development activities for Paper &amp; Liners, Cloth &amp; Fiber categories. This senior role requires a deep understanding of global supply markets, material science, and cost optimization to deliver sustainable value to the business.</div><div>
You will collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, R&amp;D, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure supplier capability, innovation, and reliability align with business growth objectives.</div><div>
Key Responsibilities</div><div>
Category Strategy &amp; Execution</div><ul><li><div>
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Paper &amp; Liners, Cloth &amp; Fiber categories to drive cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and sustainability.</div></li><li><div>
Conduct detailed market analysis to identify trends, cost drivers, and risk mitigation opportunities.</div></li><li><div>
Partner with global category teams to align local sourcing initiatives with global objectives.</div></li></ul><div>
Supplier Relationship Management</div><ul><li><div>
Identify, evaluate, and develop high-performing suppliers, ensuring compliance with company quality, ethical, and sustainability standards.</div></li><li><div>
Drive supplier innovation through joint development programs and technical collaboration.</div></li><li><div>
Lead supplier performance reviews, manage escalations, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.</div></li></ul><div>
Cost &amp; Value Optimization</div><ul><li><div>
Deliver measurable savings through negotiation, cost modeling, value engineering, and process improvements.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with R&amp;D and manufacturing to identify alternate materials and suppliers to enhance flexibility and reduce total cost of ownership.</div></li></ul><div>
Operational Excellence</div><ul><li><div>
Ensure procurement compliance and adherence to corporate sourcing policies and procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Support new product introductions (NPI) by providing sourcing solutions that balance cost, quality, and lead time.</div></li><li><div>
Maintain robust data accuracy in sourcing systems and dashboards for performance tracking.</div></li></ul><div>
Risk &amp; Sustainability Management</div><ul><li><div>
Assess and mitigate supply risks related to geopolitical, environmental, and market factors.</div></li><li><div>
Support the company&rsquo;s sustainability goals through responsible sourcing practices and supplier engagement.</div></li></ul><div>
Qualifications &amp; Experience</div><ul><li><div>
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred.</div></li><li><div>
Experience: 12&ndash;15 years of sourcing or supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in raw materials categories such as paper, liners, nonwovens, cloth, or fiber.</div></li><li><div>
Skills &amp; Knowledge:</div><ul><li><div>
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.</div></li><li><div>
Solid understanding of raw material conversion processes (paper coating, lamination, fiber weaving, etc.).</div></li><li><div>
Proven ability to manage complex supplier networks and multi-site sourcing operations.</div></li><li><div>
Analytical mindset with proficiency in cost modeling, data analysis, and market intelligence tools.</div></li><li><div>
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.</div></li></ul></li></ul><div>
Key Competencies</div><ul><li><div>
Strategic Thinking &amp; Business Acumen</div></li><li><div>
Supplier Partnership &amp; Influence</div></li><li><div>
Project Management &amp; Execution Excellence</div></li><li><div>
Innovation Mindset</div></li><li><div>
Results Orientation</div></li><li><div>
Stakeholder Management</div></li></ul><div></div>
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Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.<div></div><div>
Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.</div><div></div><div>
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Sourcing Specialist - Paper & Liners, Cloth & Fiber

Anglogold Ashanti

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Location:
Obuasi, GH
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Post Start Date: Nov 6, 2025<br>
</div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>JOB POSTING</b></div> <div><b>: Local Content Specialist</b></div></div><br>
<div>
<div><p><b>DEPARTMENT</b></p>
</div>
<div><b> : Supply Chain</b></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>STRATUM OF ROLE</b></div> <div><b>: II L</b></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>EMPLOYMENT STATUS</b></div> <div><b>: Permanent</b></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>CLOSING DATE</b></div> <div><b>: 18th November 2025</b></div></div></div><br>
</div>
<p></p><div><b>ROLE PURPOSE</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
To drive to co-operation with the Regional Local Content Specialist, local economic development through local spending for the business unit by facilitating and establishing local partnerships with multi-nationals and identifying business opportunities with existing local businesses.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
</div><p><b>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></p><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>Accountable for behaviours consistent with AngloGold Ashanti's Mission, Vision and Values. Identify all local businesses and qualify the product and/or services provided to establish an active database.
</li><li>Promotes a safety and health culture amongst employees
</li><li>Contributes to Operational Excellence, delivering sustainable performance improvements through leadership, discipline and process
</li><li>Ensure compliance with legal and compliance practices in its area of accountability
</li><li>Develop &amp; maintain effective working relationships and cross-functionally with procurement and sourcing originators to identify opportunities and implement actions and performance to achieve identified opportunities</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><ul><li>Identify local businesses with potential for growth and provide support through funding and development training, enabling them to become competitive and credible suppliers to the operations.
</li><li>Identify all local businesses and qualify the product and/or services provided to establish an active database.
</li><li>Assist to identify product and services procured from international and local multinational companies and assess the ability of local companies to provide the regional operations with the products or services. Conduct commercial analysis and assessment of the local companies.
</li><li>Assist to identify opportunities for spend to be redirected immediately to local companies and if not immediate, identify the requirements for the development, training, funding or technical facilitation necessary to achieve local company supply.
</li><li>Assist to drive community opportunities identified and developed by the region to result in commercial supply.
</li><li>Accountable to provide input into the annual Local Procurement Plans and provide quarterly reports on how the Business Unit (BU) is tracking against the agreed plans
</li><li>Assist with the engagement of relevant local community heads in driving local development initiates
</li><li>Accountable for BU reporting on local content regulations and targets
</li><li>Accountable to remain updated on local content regulations and communicate any changes to the business and advise the impact of such changes to the business
</li><li>Educate key stakeholders on the local content regulations and the impact on how we conduct our business
</li></ul><ul><li>Assess risks for all tasks and ensure they are controlled before and during task execution.
</li><li>Report all incidents and ensure they have been investigated and corrective actions completed on time.
</li><li>Act on all corrective actions assigned to you or under your jurisdiction and ensure timely completion.
</li><li>Adhere to site&rsquo;s Environmental Management Plan</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
</b></div><p><b>QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES</b></p><br>
<div></div>
<p><b>
Qualification
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s qualification, preferably in Business, Commercial, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting
</li><li>Post Graduate Qualification is a strong preference</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><p><b>Experience
</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of 5 to 8 years&rsquo; experience in local content/supplier development
</li><li>Strong track record in business improvement and change management</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><p><b>Legal/Regulatory
</b></p><ul><li>Knowledge of the Minerals and Mining (Local Content and Local Participation) Regulations, 2020 (L.I. 2431) and the associated Local Procurement List</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Technical Competencies
</b></div><ul><li>Leadership and presentation skills
</li><li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite software including Excel, Word and PowerPoint; MS Project experience is beneficial
</li><li>Ability to communicate in English - written and oral
</li><li>Demonstrated strategic and analytic thinking
</li><li>Commercial acumen relevant to the role
</li><li>Preparedness to take a well-reasoned stand on matters of importance
</li><li>Negotiations and influencing skills</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div>
</div><p><b>Other Competencies
</b></p><ul><li>High level understanding of Incoterms and import process
</li><li>High level spend and financial analysis capability
</li><li>High level understanding mining industry activities
</li><li>Experience and knowledge of SAP ECC</li><br>
</ul><p>
</p><p>MODE OF APPLICATION</p>
<p>
Interested applicants should view the full advert details on the company&rsquo;s career page address below and submit applications, with a detailed CV, online via</p>
<p>
www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
BEWARE OF CONMEN! AGA does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately to our Security Department, Investigation Unit, by calling +233556582933 or 0322296755 (rates apply) or use our speak-up direct and toll-free numbers: International Line: +27315715654; Toll- Free Number: 0800400001 or emailing speakupAGA@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com</p><br>
<p></p>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Requisition ID: 27871
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Category: Procurement
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Posting Salary: Market Related
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Post End Date: Nov 5, 2025</div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Local Content Specialist

Moglix

<p><b>Key role related skills</b></p><p>Sourcing &amp; Negotiations</p><p>Stakeholder Management</p><p>Customer Management</p><p><b>Role Objective</b></p><p>We are looking for a true techno-commercial individual who is excited to take up new challenges. He would be expected to Supplier development - Add new suppliers, Negotiate with current suppliers for better margins and credit terms.</p><p><b>Role Responsibilities</b></p><p>&middot; Experience in Vendor development; management - skills expected: Negotiation with vendors, pricing knowledge and awareness of local market</p><p>&middot; Handle the RFQ's received from customers by ensuring best rate sourcing</p><p>&middot; Ensure all RFQ's are quoted within time to customers</p><p>&middot; Ensure supplier side contracting in place to serve customer orders with minimum delay</p><p>&middot; Ensure on-time in-full fulfillment rate of 99%+</p><p>&middot; Assisting sales team to achieve monthly sales target</p><p>&middot; Growing sales share in the key accounts</p><p>&middot; Processing of customer purchase orders and schedules within defined TAT</p><p>&middot; Organizing and updating database of suppliers, delivery times, invoices, and quantity of supplies</p><p>&middot; Develop future purchasing plans and potential relationships with vendors</p><p>&middot; Ensure orders are placed to relevant supply partners, maintaining quality and pricing standards</p><p>&middot; Follow up rigorously to ensure orders are fulfilled on time in full by supply partners</p><p>&middot; Ensure timely deliveries to Customers with accurate supporting documents</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Pay: &#8377;250,000.00 - &#8377;400,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Provident Fund</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Sr Executive - Sourcing/Procurement

Boeing

<p></p><div><p>At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that&rsquo;s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.</p><p><b>
Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA)</b> is looking for a <b>Supplier Development and Market Enablement Manager to</b> join our <b>Strategy &amp; Supplier Development and Market Enablement </b>team in<b> Everett</b>,<b> WA </b>or<b> North Charleston</b>,<b> SC</b>.</p><p></p><p>
The Commercial Supply Chain Stability Team is seeking a First Line Manager to oversee Market Enablement and Supplier Development for Europe and the Americas. In this role, you will manage a team of Supplier Development Specialists and Market Enablement Project Managers, focusing on the growth of both new and existing suppliers, as well as the execution of our country commitments.</p><p></p><p>
You will leverage data, observations, industry trends, and internal feedback to provide strategic oversight and guidance, ensuring that supplier development plans align with our category strategies. You will also integrate with cross-functional teams to ideate and implement on country commitments, many of them through supply chain. Your leadership will be crucial in developing and motivating employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and enhancing supply base performance.</p><p></p><p>
Our team is currently hiring for a Level K Supply Base Management Manager.
</p><p></p><p><b>Position Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Leads a team of highly motivated project managers and schedule integrators</li><li>
Develops and manages organization systems, data, tools, and works with Enterprise organizations as applicable</li><li>
Prepares and delivers critical presentations to support supply chain leadership to enable decisions, strategies, and oversight</li><li>
Assess and synthesize large amounts of data to proactively address risks, issues, and opportunities</li><li>
Builds and develops an empowered team through coaching and mentoring, and provide developmental opportunities and job assignments to enhance employee performance and expand capabilities.</li><li>
Inspire a culture that creates an environment where diverse, high-performing, proactive and engaged team members can excel and flourish.</li><li>
Champion a culture of communication that conveys organizational messages to facilitate the accomplishment of workgroup, project or process goals. Employ Seek, Speak &amp; Listen (SS&amp;L) to actively communicate and engage with employees, peers, customers, and stakeholders, keep others informed.</li><li>
Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals</li><li>
Acquires resources for projects and processes, leads process improvements.</li><li>
Maintains effectiveness and adjusts easily when experiencing changes in work task, processes, priorities, and/or requirements.</li><li>
Thinking critically to develop and navigate solutions to a broad spectrum of complexities</li><li>
Collaborate, integrate, and influence cross functionally</li><li>
Support broader BCA teams with training, coaching, guidance on navigating work movements</li><li>
Has Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Project Management methodologies and Risk Management</li><li>
Builds trust across organizations and communicates effectively to develop partnerships with key stakeholders, customers and leadership</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications </b>(<b>Required Skills </b>/ <b>Experience):</b></p><ul><li>
3+ years of experience in internal or external supply chain</li><li>
3+ years of experience with team building, developing and motivating employees</li><li>
5+ years of experience using strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
5+ years of experience communicating, collaborating, and building consensus with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>
5+ years of experience years of experience leading or managing projects that involved cross-functional or cross-business unit teams</li><li>
Ability to travel 25% of the time</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications </b>(<b>Desired Skills </b>/ <b>Experience</b>):</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>
Advanced Degree: Master&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering Management, or a related field</li><li>
5+ years of experience in supply chain management, supplier quality, manufacturing, supplier development, or related fields</li><li>
Familiarity with aerospace industry supply chains and requirements</li><li>
Demonstrated experience in supplier development initiatives, including performance improvement and capability enhancement</li><li>
Proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate a team of professionals</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in assessing supplier capabilities, operations, and performance</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders</li><li>
Experience in managing cross-functional teams and projects, with a focus on achieving strategic objectives</li><li>
Ability to identify value creation opportunities within the supply chain and implement integrated supply chain management strategies</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Drug Free Workplace</b>:</p><p>
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.</p><p></p><p><b>
Total Rewards:</b></p><p>
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.</p><p></p><p>
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.</p><p></p><p>
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.</p><p></p><p>
Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.</p><p></p><p>
Summary pay range (Level K): Everett, WA: $129,600 - $150,500</p><p>
Summary pay range (Level K): North Charleston, SC: $121,500 - $141,075</p><p><br>
Applications for this position will be accepted until <b>Nov. 22, 2025</b></p><b><br>
Export Control Requirements: </b>This is not an Export Control position.<p><b><br>
Relocation
</b></p><p>This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.</p><p><b>
Visa Sponsorship
</b></p><p>Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.</p><p><b>
Shift
</b></p><p>This position is for 1st shift</p><p><b><br>
Equal Opportunity Employer:</b></p><p>
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.</p></div>

Supplier Development and Market Enablement Manager

<div><p>At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we&rsquo;ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won&rsquo;t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you&rsquo;ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.</p><p></p><p>
This Position reports to:</p>
Procurement &amp; Logistics Manager<p></p><div><p><br>
The work model for the role is: Onsite, Richmond, VA</p><p></p><p><b>
Your role and responsibilities
</b><br>
In this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function to support the businesses. Each day, you will execute assigned activities as per ABB standard procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by delivering and participating in training programs as required to ensure compliance and to foster professional development. This position will have a specific focus of Strategic Sourcing regarding supplier development.<br>
<br>
You will be mainly accountable for:</p><ul><li><p>
Executing purchasing and logistics strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products.</p></li><li><p>
Designing and implementing plans and effective strategies for local sourcing of products/materials to reach business targets.</p></li><li><p>
Supporting in implementing effective local sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements.</p></li><li><p>
Applying and implementing procurement standards, tools, and processes in your area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.</p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications for the role
</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or business administration in Supply Chain Management or related field PLUS minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing industry (Masters degree preferred PLUS minimum 2 years related experience)</p></li><li><p>
Experience in a Procurement or Manufacturing Environment performing sourcing activities and/or new product supply base development creating commodity strategies ensuring quality, service and cost competitive supply base; performing procurement and materials management including identifying cost drivers, world demand and supply for commodities like: steel, copper, aluminum, and zinc; negotiating procurement contracts; and commuting across teams and presenting to stakeholders</p></li><li><p>
Experience in Cost Engineering, Sourcing, Quality and Proposals, knowledge of procurement tools, quality processes and understanding of commercial and legal terms and standard procurement procedures a plus.</p></li><li><p>
Strong SAP experience preferred. Electrical and automation industry background considered a plus</p></li><li><p>
Experience in supplier relations, Supplier Management, thorough knowledge of procurement tools, quality processes and understanding of commercial terms and standard procurement procedures a plus.</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical skills, Self-motivated and strong communication and negotiation skills.</p></li><li><p>
ISM/CPSM certificate desirable (Certified Professional in Supply Management)</p></li><li><p>
Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.</p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><br>
More about us
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Procurement Specialist

Air Liquide

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 How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
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   Support the Regional Category Manager in development of category strategy (for Local/Hub categories).
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   Define and implement category strategy (for local categories).
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   Implement the category strategic procurement process for local/hub suppliers.
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   Provide insight into specific local /hub suppliers, markets and business factors; ensure compliance with global policy.
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   Interface between the local/hub business and the category, and be first contact for suppliers
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   For local categories, define category strategy based on internal present and future requirements utilizing supplier and competitor market analysis, local HOP and key business stakeholders.
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   Ensure deployment and maintenance of local category strategy in all entities.
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   Manage contracts and supplier relationship in the long term. -Be accountable for the procurement performance related to his/her portfolio Resolve issues related to supplier in his/her portfolio.
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   The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the sourcing strategy of equipment/materials/services in the specified local category. Jointly with the Operations, the Sourcing Specialist has the responsibility to prepare the Annual Sourcing Strategy/Plan, based on business objectives and the need to improve safety, quality, reliability, on-time Delivery, competitiveness or reduce risks related to product supply. Sourcing Specialist is in charge of overseeing local category management and ensures central-local collaboration in Coordinated/Enforced categories.
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   The sourcing plan shall primarily focus on supplier qualification (new or extension), frame agreement, co-development, alliances, early partnering on key projects. The Sourcing Specialist focuses on identifying and partnering &laquo; Best Class &raquo; suppliers, offering innovative technology solutions at a competitive price. The Sourcing Specialist is accountable for the supplier market analysis, besides their responsibilities to deploy the sourcing strategy on key categories, thus improving safety, quality, reliability, on-time delivery, competitiveness or reduce risks related to product supply. The Sourcing Specialist is expected to negotiate frame contracts for local suppliers and manage strategic relationships
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   He/She collaborates with the critical vendors to enhance transparency and integration, better (Quality) control of sub-vendors as well as competitiveness opportunities. Enhanced interaction will enable to decrease significantly our procurement costs through a Design-To-Cost approach, an adjustment of the scope of supply (with the vendors focusing on their core competencies) and a development of a new supply approach on sub-components such as motors etc. (e.g.: Technical, Price agreement).Accountabilities &amp; related Activities Manage local spend in the category Perform rigorous analysis on local category cost base and suppliers to ensure delivery of spend and efficiency targets Ensure supply to the business and execution of local procurement Own, manage and negotiate local supplier relationships and take sourcing decisions Manage local supplier performance (performance to SLAs, continuous improvement &ndash; cost and innovation) Stay abreast of market conditions and trends (including global pricing benchmarks) to inform strategy and ensure supply continuity Define and implement a local category strategy if required Implement best practice category management techniques Implement standards, processes and tools consistent with overall procurement function Comply with overall procurement spend and preferred supplier policies, and monitor compliance of business end users Participate in the local and central skill development plan activities
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   Category Strategy Define 3 years local category strategy including the supplier strategy for its scope In close cooperation with Stakeholders, establish yearly ambition and its updates (within the target and rolling forecast processes) Implement and manage the local category strategy
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 Liaise with other HUB
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 Category Managers / clusters / countries counterparts to ensure alignment on sourcing initiatives and priorities, as well as assessing practices for consideration in own efforts Analyze current procurement portfolio, spend, supply base, contracts for the local entity Analyze industry market profile and key suppliers, TCO drivers Identify Risks &amp; Opportunities Perform internal and external benchmarks in relationship with the Procurement Performance Manager Identify short term opportunities (volumes consolidation, bundling) and long term opportunities (standardization, etc) and consolidate needs (OPEX and CAPEX), establish RFx planning
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   Sourcing execution &amp; Contract Management
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 Analyse requirements and challenge specifications with requesters
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 Identify potential suppliers and propose the list to requesters
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 Launch RFx to pre-selected suppliers and deploy the process of suppliers selection (technical and commercial) with requesters
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 Analyze offers using TCO and "Should Cost" approaches, make scenarios and propose short list of suppliers based on fact-based and agreed criteria to requesters
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 Select suppliers and negotiate contracts/purchase orders in alignment with Regional Category Managers Communicate and explain contracts to Spot Buyers / Requisitioners and finance team for deployment and appropriate execution, including Purchase Requisition to Purchase order creation in the system.
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 Communicate contracts to internal customers (Supply chain)
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 Establish measures and controls to ensure and track successful implementation of the contract in collaboration with Procurement Performance Manager
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 Follow and manage contract implementation (application of price escalation formulas, volume rebate collection, products and services portfolio management, progress clauses, renewal etc.), including
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 Update of procurement database (contracts, catalogues...)
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 Define and periodically review buying channels
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 Manage incidents and claims
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   Suppliers relationship management
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 Lead SRM activities for key suppliers of his/her category (supplier strategy, evaluations, review and audit, innovation initiatives, internal promotion of supplier, supplier days) Understand (and in some cases is involved in) the strategy of his/her most important suppliers Animate the supplier qualification and audit process in collaboration with Inspection teams, HSEQ and Technical experts Support in Corporate Social Program (CSP) nomination process (validation) Lead supplier risk identification and mitigation to ensure compliance with risk mapping regulation.
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 Manage supplier qualification and system on-boarding in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Facilitate introduction of suppliers to company level stakeholders
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   Stakeholders management Develop and manage relationship with internal customers to ensure deployment of category strategies Develop internal customer feedback on category strategies Develop internal customer feedback regarding Supplier Performance Lead working sessions with internal customers to identify TCO reduction opportunities Develop proactive proximity and build recognition of the procurement function with internal customers
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   Continuous Improvement Conduct periodic surveys to measure internal customer feedback for continuous improvement in collaboration with the Procurement Performance Manager Get suggestions from suppliers to improve AL processes and develop innovations originating from suppliers Undertake corrective actions with suppliers to improve performance (e.g. Supplier development programs, progress plans,&hellip;) and track progress Undertake corrective actions with Functions to improve contract compliance Proactively organize sessions with internal customers to identify further TCO/TVO reduction opportunities: standardization, joint process improvement opportunities, value engineering, etc Identify opportunities for automating Purchase Orders (catalogues, Open PO, Blanket Purchase Orders, etc.) Analyze spot buying reduction opportunities, define and implement corrective actions
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   Reporting Consolidate and present Category Management action plan to his/her Management Provide periodic activity reporting to his/her Management on actual and projected savings related to his/her categories ___________________Are you a MATCH? Education: Bachelors degree in business/finance/economics. Language:
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 English.
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 Knowledge and Knowhow specific to the job Be Act Engage Category &amp; Sourcing Strategy (Must have) Category &amp; Market Expertise (Must have) Supplier Selection, Qualification &amp; Relationship (Must have) Negotiations &amp; Contract Knowledge (Must have) Performance &amp; Process Management (Data, KPI &amp; Digital Tools) (Must have) Planification &amp; Expediting (Good to have) Financial Analysis (Transversal) (Should have) Project Management (Transversal) (Must have Data analysis.
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 Complementary Capabilities Thinking &amp; Partnering strategically Influencing for Change Managing conflict Analysing and solving problems Strong interpersonal skills including written and oral communication skills.
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 Our Differences make our Performance At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
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