Do you have sourcing and supplier development experience and a supply chain background? Timpte is growing and looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager at our manufacturing facility in David City, NE. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will manage the strategic supply chain for a set of categories / commodities for up to $100M in spend as well as help lead structured cross-functional cost reduction efforts across the business. This role is responsible for the selection, management, and development of all suppliers for a category or categories. This role will lead the effort to manage quality, delivery, total cost, and cash related to materials used in production and/or for service and aftermarket shipment for all suppliers and parts within a category or categories.

PAY for this position is up to $150k/year (DOE) + Monthly Bonus! Timpte also has GREAT BENEFITS- Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, 401K Match, and SO MUCH MORE!!

Timpte offers FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES, WITH NO WEEKENDS!

Job Responsibilities

Manage performance and development of the supply base for assigned category(ies)
Category/commodity strategy development and execution
Total cost improvement
Identification, qualification, and selection of new suppliers
Develop supplier portfolios by commodity
1. cost,
2. delivery
3. quality
4. warranty
5. terms

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business management, supply chain, engineering, or a related discipline and 5-10 years’ experience in supply chain management including strategic and tactical supply.
Truck/Trailer industry and/or demonstrated expertise in aluminum procurement (coil, sheet, extrusions) highly desired.
Strong negotiation experience and skills.
Experienced in developing, implementing, and leading supply chain strategy.
Experience within a lean manufacturing environment is preferred.
Knowledge of business principles involved in category management, supplier quality, transportation, and supply analytics.
Knowledge of principles and methods of transportation for the movement of components by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits for both domestic and international purchases.
Excellent organizational and planning skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Must have working knowledge and experience with MRP/ERP business software including supplier portals and control towers.
Travel as required for supplier site visits.

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