Corporate Sr. Manager - Global Category Leader, Engineered Products

Vontier • Greensboro, NC

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About The Position

The key purpose of this position is to develop and establish a robust category management process and plan for assigned categories of Engineered Components with the goal of reducing revenue risk for Vontier Opcos associated with these categories of parts and achieving OMX cost saving initiative. This role will help advance the overall Global Category Management (GCM) initiatives in VNT as we transform from facility-based sourcing to a more globally leveraged and optimized approach. This category is a key enabler to combine the 'Simplification' efforts together with 'GCM'.

Requirements

• 10 - 15 years' experience in strategic sourcing with emphasis on engineered components, mechanics, electronics and electronic components required.
• Strategic sourcing experience of 5-10 years within the motor industry and knowledge of motor market trends highly preferred.
• Ability to influence others and drive key initiatives at all levels in the organization.
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands and communicate effectively to multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in structuring contracts and managing business relationships.
• Experience in enabling cost improvements via expert negotiation skills, collaboration, process improvements & project management.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Degree in Business/Supply Chain or related course of study preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of Category Strategy Plan Process for Specific focused Categories assigned.
• Develop strategic & financial plans related to assigned categories.
• Have an established network and relationship with market suppliers in the Engineered Products.
• Manage the benchmark components cost tool to identify cost saving opportunities.
• Develop and implement 'best-in-class' supply chain processes and procedures.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and support to Opcos relevant Category team members.
• Champion Category Core Team Initiatives Throughout Vontier.
• Influence Engineering component selection during the design phase.
• Develop and drive implementation of Vontier 'Preferred' Suppliers Across the Enterprise.
• Actively Participate in Preparation and Executing Corporate-Wide Sourcing Events.
• Consider global and regional product and service needs in strategy development.
• Leverage price/Inventory agreement with manufacturer/distributor for all Vontier Opcos spend.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• Programs for family planning from Maven Clinic.
• Managing diabetes support like Livongo.
• Coverage for women's health.
• Support for adult and elder care.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Paid time off up to 15 days each year.
• 12 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays).
• Paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree