Strategic Sourcing Lead

Strategic Sourcing Lead Job Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support Director Indirect Procurement on corporate & regional projects through strategic procurement planning and implementation. Represent the company in dealings with Indirect supplier partners and customers.
• Lead Indirect Procurement strategy and functional team support with categories ranging from MRO, Professional Services (HR, IT, Travel) to Capital. Lead projects by acting as a liaison between internal team members.
• Assist and develop Indirect team to effectively manage $500+ million of overall category spend, while standardizing corporate policies and procedures for effective procurement across all plants and external suppliers.
• Assist in the identification and implementation of functional goals and objectives.
• Identify and drives best practices within total supply chain, including the development of supplier and supply related metrics.

• Provide SAP training for plant MRO procurement peers and cross functional team members on MRO related best practices as necessary.

Required Competencies & Knowledge:

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of contract fundamentals, ability to effectively understand and negotiate contract terms that benefit Maker's Pride

• Planning, products, and production processes
• Knowledge and experience with SAP

Skilled in:

• Negotiating commercial terms with vendors and ensure contracts, orders, or SOWs for purchases adequately capture agreed upon commercial terms

• Indirect procurement- MRO, facilities services, professional services, travel, IT, etc
• Experienced in conflict resolution
• Prioritizing work based on short and long term objectives
• Successfully analyzing and presenting data to multiple levels of the organization
• Influence and project management

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Successfully multi-task
• Ensure collaborative relationships with industry, trade, other associations, regulatory agencies and Hearthside staff.
• Lead 'best in class' behaviors with focus on safety, quality, and policy focus

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in MRO, Professional Services and the procurement and supply chain fields preferred.
• Proven results in sourcing initiatives, cost reductions, and improving supplier service and performance.
• Experience as a project manager.
• Ability to lead cost analysis process - identify and collect inputs, develop appropriate calculations to determine payback, understand cost savings and/or cost avoidance calculations, develops concise and comprehensive reports, presents proposed next steps with supporting rationale, executes plan.
• Experienced in cross-functional, influence management
• MS Office Suite and SAP
• This is a remote role but this person MUST be located in the Chicagoland area for easy access to our corporate headquarters or plants. This role will require less than 10% travel.

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The pay range for this full-time, salaried position is $85,788- $128,682/year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 25 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other details

• Job Family Individual Contributor
• Pay Type Salary
• Travel Required Yes
• Travel % 5
• Telecommute % 100
• Required Education Bachelor's Degree

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