Manager, Sourcing (International)

W.C. Bradley Co. • Menomonee Falls, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Manage International Sourcing to provide the optimal supply chain solution that includes supplier selection, product and tooling quoting, project execution, capacity planning, and supply chain risk mitigation throughout the product portfolio. Ensure that all sourcing activities are in line with the overall Global Sourcing Strategy driving supply chain resilience, process improvements, and product cost targets. Within the sourcing responsibilities, this role will also manage one or more complex projects with the goal of delivering each project on time, within budget and as scoped.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or related field.
• Five (5) plus years of experience in cross-functional product development environments.
• Strategic Sourcing experience in international supply base.
• Knowledge of multiple project management methodologies (i.e. Kanban, Agile, Lean).
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with MS Office and ERP systems (i.e. SAP)
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• A proven track record of project management.
• Experience with team-based environments.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple competing demands for time
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to think outside the box.
• Strong analytical skills and detail orientation
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness
• Ability to have regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer, including reviewing data, contracts, reports, and supplier communications.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, data entry, and operation of standard office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, via telephone, video conferencing, and electronic communications.
• Ability to move throughout office, warehouse, manufacturing, and supplier facilities as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to visually analyze data, spreadsheets, presentations, contracts, and procurement documentation.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.
• Project management experience preferred
• CPM, CPIM certification a plus
• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally 10-15%
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including extended periods of walking, standing, and navigating airports and supplier locations.

Responsibilities

• Supplier selection
• Product and tooling quoting
• Project execution
• Capacity planning
• Supply chain risk mitigation
• Manage one or more complex projects with the goal of delivering each project on time, within budget and as scoped.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager