Sourcing ManagerTonawanda, NY, United States | req29172
What you will enjoy doing*- In this role, you will lead complex sourcing initiatives to achieve cost reduction, consolidate spend, and enhance service, reliability, and productivity
- And you will negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions for assigned commodities, closing medium- to high-complexity deals while safeguarding quality, timing, and supply continuity
- Develop and implement regional sourcing strategies by managing requests for proposals, analyzing bids, selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and overseeing contract performance
- You will manage strategic supplier relationships with original equipment manufacturers, dealers, and service providers, driving continuous improvement and resolving disputes
- Ensure procurement policy compliance by collaborating with global, cross-functional stakeholders and acting as the main contact for Plants and Production procurement activities in the region
- Utilize strong analytical and market intelligence skills to monitor trends, optimize sourcing strategies, and produce reports on metrics, forecasting, spend, savings, and compliance
- You will manage technical categories such as valves, instrumentation, control systems, pumps, plant software, analyzers, or similar equipment, with prior experience or familiarity preferred
What makes you great - You hold a Bachelor's Degree; preference for Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related fields
- Possess a Master's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Business is preferred
- Further, you bring at least four (4) years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or operational roles
- Have a minimum of three (3) years' experience negotiating and managing commercial contracts
- Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
- Be willing to travel as required by operational needs
What we offer you! At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.
Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!
Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $90,000 - $132,000
Have we inspired you? Let's talk about it We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.
*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.
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