Global Sourcing Analyst - Indirect

Dover Corporation•Downers Grove, IL

36d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainable Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees has an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquarters in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available atâ¯dovercorporation.com. Purpose: The person hired in this role will support Dover's Supply Chain and Sourcing Organizations by providing analytical expertise, support project management activity, and manage select supplier relationships. As the candidate grows in knowledge and experience, the analyst will be asked to assume greater levels of responsibility for leading strategic sourcing and other supply chain / operations improvement projects and will be considered for other opportunities within Dover Corporation. The analyst will work on initiatives across a wide range of Dover's operating companies, as well as Dover Corporate business needs.

Requirements

Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience in at least one (and ideally more) of the following areas: Procurement, supply chain, engineering / technical, manufacturing operations, management consulting, logistics, project management. Recent graduates with strong manufacturing supply chain internship experience will also be considered.
Recognizes internal stakeholders as customers - has demonstrated ability to influence internal stakeholders in formal and informal settings
Ability to effectively communicate to all team members, stakeholders, management, and suppliers
Ability to prioritize and organize workload and control detailed complexities across multiple projects
Ability to develop and grow relationships with stakeholders and leadership promoting and expanding the sourcing process within assigned projects
Ability to comprehend procurement and supply chain processes as well as basic knowledge in a vast array of direct and indirect commodities
Able to gather quantitative and qualitative information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action
Problem solving and systemic thinking skills: critical analytics/diagnosis/prioritization skills; anticipating customer needs. Drives for continuous improvement
Strong external & global orientation: Looks external to understand the global business context in which we operate
Extensive MS Office Knowledge - ability to create and manipulate datasets.
Bachelor's degree and/or Graduate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Science, or Engineering.
Experience, training or education in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, data analysis, project management and/or procurement processes

Nice To Haves

Work experience in a manufacturing company a plus
Strong proficiency in all MS Office applications; advanced word processing and database skills a plus
Professional Procurement, Supply Chain and Project Management certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, PMP, etc.) a plus
Knowledge of MRO products and supplies, Packaging, machining and fabrication OEM equipment, and/or Professional Services categories a plus

Responsibilities

Identify and drive Indirect Strategic Sourcing initiatives across Indirect Products and Facilities service-related categories.
Serve as a Analyst on complex projects, communicating with sponsors directly with limited oversight, and developing engagement management, stakeholder relationship management, risk management, and delivery management skills.
Create financial models, define data requirements, identify assumptions, model cost-benefit analysis, and structure storyboards to communicate insights and results of analysis.
Support documenting methodologies, project assets and tools.
Obtain and analyze market intelligence such as supplier, customer and competitor data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Quantitative profile development, data analysis and business case development for strategic sourcing projects (supplier research, master data, market basket analysis, pricing analysis, etc.).
Execute sourcing initiatives from initial opportunity assessment through supplier engagement and implementation.
Develop skills to create category strategies and communicate direction different levels of the organization including Corporate and Dover Operating Companies (OpCos).
Vendor management of specific supplier relationships.
Develop rapport and confidence of our internal stakeholders and our suppliers to enhance collaboration and improve project adoption.
Duties as part of cross-functional, cross-segment/divisional, and/or cross-geographical teams made up of the following people:
Sourcing and Supply Chain Project Leaders
Commodity Managers
Sourcing Analysts
Segment/Divisional Procurement, Quality, Technical, and Management personnel
Suppliers
Selected, specialized individuals key to the projects
Periodic interaction with senior management

Benefits

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; wellness reimbursement, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

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