Responsible for supplier selection, management and implementation of the sourcing strategy and managing cost of operations within a defined indirect category of the supply chain; establishing standard costs; developing and executing cost reduction strategies; analyzing market indices and negotiating pricing based on fluctuations; forecasting cost impacts; explaining price variances; leading all commercial negotiations with suppliers; contract management, and problem-solving supply issues and recommending actions. Maintains favorable relationships with cross-functional departments and coordinates with accounting. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Establishes, negotiates, and maintains Long Term Agreements (LTAs) with suppliers to meet supplier performance and costs goals. - Develops commodity strategies and leads supplier selections by gathering inputs with key stakeholders. - Manages risks thru proactive supply management actions. - Reduces supply base while developing long-term alliances with chosen core suppliers. - Becomes an expert in market and manufacturing processes for assigned commodities. - Leads and participates in multi-functional teams for design improvements, cost reduction opportunities, and other strategies for operational and supply chain improvements at all levels within TKE. - Understands and adheres to internal, corporate and governmental policies and laws related to commodities and suppliers. - Establishes working relationships with senior management at suppliers and holds supplier performance reviews, including key stakeholders from other functions. - Conducts supplier investigations and supplier audits - Define strategies and be a strong partner with Sourcing Operations teams to drive implementation and compliance strategies at the business franchise level. - Support New Product Introductions teams within defined category - Participate in the review process of specifications for equipment, products or substitution of materials - Prepare, review and track reporting in relation to management of suppliers - Assist in evaluating suppliers' performance by gathering information and preparing reports. - Conduct audits of supplier procedures involving company owned tools, inventory, or equipment being held by suppliers - Resolve vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers Who we are looking for EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, or Businessrelated field and 3+ years business related experience - Second/advanced degree desirable - Project Management skills a plus - 3+ years of experience in indirect category/services procurement - Cross functional thinking - Strong collaboration and influencing skills - Advanced level of negotiating skills and contract expertise in corporate contract process. - Superior organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with many levels of the organization. - Excellent problem-solving skills. - Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, assignments simultaneously and to operate in a matrix environment. - Proficient in Microsoft Office software and ERP. What we offer Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered - Medical, dental, and vision coverage - Flexible spending accounts (FSA) - Health savings account (HSA) - Supplemental medical plans - Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance - Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D - Optional life and AD&D coverage - Optional spouse and dependent life insurance - Identity theft monitoring - Pet insurance - Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Tuition reimbursement - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed. Additional benefits include: - 15 days of vacation per year - 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating) - Paid sick leave, per company policy - Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment) Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Contact To apply to a position, please click on the Apply Now button. For any additional questions or job specific requests, please use the contact below and include the Job Requisition Number as a reference. Job details