Strategic Sourcing Manager - Louisville - KCC Manufacturing Inc

    KCC Manufacturing Inc
    KCC Manufacturing Inc Louisville

    1 week ago

    Description
    Strategic Sourcing Manager
    KCC Companies is an employee-owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial & residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).
    Our Mission:
    KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee-owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.
    Benefits:
    • 9 Paid Holidays
    • EBITDA Bonus
    • Health, Dental, Vision insurance, and other Ancillary coverages
    • 401K
    • Monthly Accrued Vacation
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
    Position Summary
    We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Global Commodity Manager to lead sourcing and procurement initiatives for HVAC components and other key commodities. This role is critical to optimizing our global supply chain, driving cost savings, ensuring supplier performance, and supporting new product development. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in commodity strategy, supplier development, and global sourcing practices. Candidates for this position must be able to travel up to 80% of their time depending upon the commodities and projects involved.
    Key Responsibilities
    • Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
      • Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for HVAC and industrial components.
      • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers with a focus on quality, cost, delivery, and innovation.
      • Support new product introductions by securing reliable sources for critical components.
    • Supplier Management & Development
      • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
      • Monitor supplier performance and lead improvement initiatives.
      • Establish Master Supply Agreements to minimize risk and ensure continuity.
    • Cost & Risk Management
      • Lead cost modeling, RFQs, and value engineering to drive material productivity.
      • Mitigate supply chain risks through 2+1 sourcing, inventory forecasting, and supplier-managed inventory programs.
      • Improve lead times, working capital, and payment terms through negotiation and logistics programs (e.g., JIT, Kanban).
    • Cross-Functional Collaboration
      • Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and R&D to align sourcing with product and operational needs.
      • Coordinate with global teams to leverage economies of scale and standardize procurement practices.
    • Compliance & Market Intelligence
      • Ensure adherence to regulatory standards (e.g., AHRI, UL, RoHS) and internal policies.
      • Monitor global market trends, raw material pricing, and emerging technologies to inform sourcing decisions.
      • Provide commodity inflation forecasts to support financial planning.
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
    • Minimum 5+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or supply chain-preferably in HVAC, mechanical systems, or industrial manufacturing.
    • Proven track record in global sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost reduction.
    • Strong understanding of HVAC systems and components.
    • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor, Oracle) and sourcing tools (e.g., Ariba).
    • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
    • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, quality systems (ISO, QS), and sustainability practices.
    • APICS or CPM certification is a plus.
    Personal Attributes
    • Acts with urgency, integrity, and professionalism.
    • Analytical and data-driven decision-maker.
    • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment.
    • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 50%).
    Safety/Physical requirements:
    • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
    • Must be able to work on ladders or step stools
    • Requires bending, stooping and standing.
    • Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours per day.
    • Good visual and spatial perception
    • Follow established safety policies including, but not limited to, mobile equipment, PPE, emergency response, HAZCOM, first-aid response, etc.
    Other Duties:
    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required by the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change over time with or without warning.
    KCC COMPANIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    For any questions you can contact:
    Terra Beaver - Talent Specialist
    Laura Zoghbi - Talent Specialist

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