- Develop and execute an effective strategic sourcing plan, to create synergies that will drive lower costs, and enable efficient sourcing and contracting in a fast-paced environment.
- Data Master SKU setup and maintenance within SAP system.
- Develop and implement Sourcing strategy which mitigates risk for the company.
- Understand supply markets for respective categories and determine the appropriate strategy to partner with the best suppliers at both a national and local/regional level.
- Manage timely strategic sourcing events, negotiate supply agreements and contracts to ensure lowest cost and supply continuity.
- Successfully document and articulate savings and other value-added benefits to the business.
- Develop and implement a Supplier Relationship Management program to transform our relationships with key suppliers and drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Work closely with the Companys cost accounting manager to develop, measure and maintain standard costs that will serve as budget and the benchmark for purchase price variance analysis and reporting (PPVs).
- Partner with planning to communicate expected purchasing volume with key suppliers and tollers.
- Eliminate/minimize packaging and raw material obsolescence.
- Keep up with current purchasing trends and regulatory policies by taking courses, attending seminars/web casts, networking with other purchasing professionals and reading relevant material.
- Timely resolution of non-conformances and associated follow-up through corrective/preventative action.
- Participate in projects involving functional areas such as R&D, Operations, Sales and Marketing.
- Develop and Report KPIs (such as supplier cost trends, on time in full fulfillment of orders).
- 7 plus years of experience in procurement.
- SAP experience strongly preferred.
- CPSM, CSCP, CPM or CPIM a plus.
- Must be experienced in strategic sourcing. Proven background of successful procurement strategy implementation.
- Strong analytical skills including the ability to determine and explain usage and pricing variances.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills including the ability to effectively present information to top management, suppliers, and customers.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and act quickly to solve problems.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to effectively interface with all levels and departments within the organization.
- Must be equal parts strategic and tactical.
- Negotiation skills.
- Valent U.S.A. LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.
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Manager, Strategic Sourcing - San Ramon, United States - Valent USA
Description
Valent U.S.A. is looking for a Manager, Strategic Sourcing to join our team in San Ramon, CA.
Valent U.S.A. LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical Company, Limited, engages in the development, registration, sales, and marketing of integrated technological solutions for crop production and pest management that deliver value for our customers and stakeholders. A leading crop protection firm serving the agricultural and non-crop products markets in North America, Valent products help growers produce safe and abundant food and fiber crops, and horticultural professionals improve the quality of life for their customers. The corporate motto, Products That Work, From People Who Care, describes the company's business philosophy. Valent seeks out and provides customers with innovative and effective solutions to their production challenges. Our vision is to be the best company delivering integrated solutions of biorational and traditional crop protection solutions to our customers. Valent is dedicated to creating a world that is healthier and more comfortable, and that has a sustainable abundance of quality, affordable food, helping crops to be the ultimate renewable resource.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager will develop, coordinate, and manage strategic sourcing plans for the company, consistent with the company strategy and guidance from the Supply Chain Head position. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will identify and implement significant cost reduction strategies; while improving quality, delivery, and service from our supply base.
Principal Responsibilities:
Travel: <10%
What We Offer:
Youll enjoy competitive compensation, consisting of base pay plus an incentive program available to all eligible full-time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including high-quality healthcare options, 401k matching, life and disability insurance, generous time off (with time off to volunteer) and much more Additionally, we offer several Flexible Work Arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
We work together to power our sustainable future. Here's what drives us: Valent U.S.A. LLC has a strong commitment to both sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). In fact, being a responsible corporate citizen has been ingrained in our culture since the companys founding. Today, it remains at the forefront of everything we do.
