Indirect Procurement Lead - Global Logistics & Trade (Milwaukee, WI or York, PA)

Harley-Davidson Motor Company • Juneau, AK

19d

About The Position

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us? Harley-Davidson Motor Company, founded in a humble Milwaukee backyard shed in 1903, still calls the city home. Today, its Corporate Campus includes a 4.8-acre public park—a welcoming greenspace open to all. Join our team as a Lead Supply Management. This position will lead and support all aspects of Global Logistics, Warehousing & Trade sourcing, contracting, and procurement strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience
• Sourcing and managing logistics services providers across multiple transportation modes, including air, road, rail & ocean.
• Deonstrated ability to negotiate and manage contracts with carriers and freight forwarders, ensuring alignment with service level agreements and cost targets
• Track record of identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities through mode optimization, supplier consolidation, and strategic negotiations.
• Exposure to a global supply base
• Works independently, requiring guidance on only the most complex situations
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on cost reduction and efficiency.
• Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or an advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of category plans and global sourcing strategies, leveraging industry trends, market insights, and spend analytics
• Align procurement goals with business objectives and operational needs
• Ensure cost-effective buying channels & strategies are in place for assigned spend categories
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on savings, efficiencies, and supplier performance.
• Mitigate supply chain risks by developing contingency plans
• Ensure compliance with plant safety, quality, and applicable regulatory standards
• Ensured carrier compliance with contractual obligations and applicable trade regulations
• Lead sourcing events (RFI, RFP, RFQ), including bid evaluation, supplier selection, and award recommendations.
• Negotiate complex contracts and statements of work (SOW) in collaboration with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to company policies
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with logistics service providers, including freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers
• Lead business reviews with key suppliers to assess performance, service levels, and align future goals, initiatives, and continuous improvement opportunities
• Build & maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to proactively identify needs, resolve issues, and improve service levels
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings to align supplier capabilities with business needs and strategic goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders (e.g., Supply Chain, Finance, Legal) and logistics suppliers.
• Indirect procurement process ownership and implementation of best practices
• Benchmark supplier performance against industry standards and drive improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and service enhancement through supplier collaboration.

Benefits

• We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees