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| Job ID: 13998655 |
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| Job Title: | Global Commodity Lead |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | 401(k) or other retirement, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Holidays, Sick Leave or PTO, Vacation or PTO, Vision Plan |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | Bachelor's Degree |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Required Skills: | Please see the job description for information about required job skills. |
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Job Details
Job Location
Corporate Headquarters - Owatonna, MN
Remote Type
Hybrid Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Shift
Office Hours
Description
This is a hybrid position which requires working out of our headquarter facility in Owatonna, MN and remotely / from home. Therefore, candidates must reside within reasonable drivable distance to our facility. In addition, this position requires up to 25% travel.
Wenger Corporation is a privately held, leading manufacturer of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. Choosing between working for a large or small company can require some unfortunate trade-offs. Wenger Corporation is the sweet spot you didn't believe was possible. As a 550-employee, international market leader, we provide the generous benefits and wellness programs you need, the opportunities for development and advancement you desire, and the corporate growth you rely on. And we by wrap it all in a family-owned, small-company culture where your voice is heard, your name is known, and your impact is felt. Blending the best of big and small companies. That's Wenger Corporation.
Our Global Sourcing Manager will contribute to Wenger Corporation's focus on enhancing competitiveness, strengthening resilience, and meeting the evolving demands of our customers and stakeholders by proactively managing key commodities. This position will manage commodities, rather than leading people or direct reports.
At a minimum you will need:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Business Administration or equivalent experience
5+ years of procurement / sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment with large and small-scale, complex, and/or regional/global categories of spend
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products
Ability to travel up to 25%
It would be great if you also have:
Strong data analytical skills
Experience with Lean tools & methodologies
Proficiency withEpicor
ISM Certification
As a Global Sourcing Manager, a typical day may include:
Overseeing and managing the sourcing, procurement, and supply chain activities related to a broad spectrum of commodities on a global scale
Building necessary supply chains to support New Product Development and strategic growth initiatives across product lines
Developing and implementing strategies to ensure the availability of commodities at the right cost, quality, and quantity
Creating and executing commodity strategies to drive cost savings opportunities, increase spend under contract, improve DPO and inventory metrics, and shorten lead times to support various value streams
Working closely with suppliers, negotiating contracts and monitoring market trends and managing risks associated with commodity price fluctuations
Managing Wenger Corporation's supply base by sourcing, selecting, and negotiating commodity agreements for both current and future suppliers
Executing RFX activities to assess cost competitiveness of current supply base as well as support supplier selection
Leading supplier relationship management efforts through performance evaluations and quarterly reviews
Establishing preferred supplier criteria and implementing strategic partnerships with key suppliers
Increasing awareness of viable suppliers across industries to mitigate single source risks and limitation
Resolving supplier disputes and any commodity-related issues
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain efficiency and drive cost saving
Studying market trends and identify risks and opportunities by geographical area when sourcing and procuring commodities
Working closely with Purchasing team to maintain continuity of supply
Supporting development of new work processes to better align with cross-functional teams
Benefit offerings include:
Paid Time Off
9 Paid Holidays
Generous Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Spending Accounts HSA, FSA, DCFSA
Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Wenger Corporation's core purpose is to ENRICH LIVES BY ENABLING AND INSPIRING GREAT PERFORMANCES.
Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires great performances today!
Commodity Manager Associate Coommodity Lead Senior Buyer Category
Supply Chain Experience Project Management
Vendor Management Forecasting
Analysis
Procurement
Purchasing
Innovation
Collaboration
Communication
Cost Reductions/Savings and Commodity Strategy
Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply
Refer to ID 76836773_2 when applying |
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