SCI Buyer

John Deere•Ankeny, IA

7d•$77,628 - $116,436•Onsite

About The Position

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW. As a SCI Buyer for John Deere Des Moines Works located in Ankeny, IA you will... Support Supply Chain Integration (SCI) activities for your assigned commodity, relating to the Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP) for Application and Tillage equipment. Act as a program lead, representing SCI for assigned program/project. Develop, build, and maintain ongoing relationships with assigned suppliers to monitor and improve supplier performance; actively monitoring supplier performance and lead/support corrective actions when appropriate Develop and implement SCI strategies for assigned commodity, ensuring alignment with unit and enterprise strategies to benefit financial and operational objectives Work closely with suppliers, cost management, and engineers to define and exceed EPDP objectives including cost, quality, and delivery objectives Lead and/or support the negotiation of supply agreements Support achievement of key program metrics and goals VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position. This position will be posted until a qualified candidate pool is identified. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP.

Requirements

Experience with the Order Fulfillment Process (OFP)
Demonstrated success in interpersonal communications, negotiations, and conflict resolution
3 or more years of experience in Supply Management
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, influence without authority, and execute cross-functionally
2 or more years of experience with project management
Demonstrated working knowledge of financial analysis and business acumen
Advanced understanding of SAP and PDM
Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 25%
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Management, Business/Management, Engineering, or the equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

Cross functional experience (Supply Management, OFP, Operations or Quality)
Experience working with the Enterprise Product Development Process (EPDP)
Experience working effectively in an ambiguous and changing environment
Experience leading and motivating cross-functional team members

Responsibilities

Support Supply Chain Integration (SCI) activities for your assigned commodity, relating to the Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP) for Application and Tillage equipment.
Act as a program lead, representing SCI for assigned program/project.
Develop, build, and maintain ongoing relationships with assigned suppliers to monitor and improve supplier performance; actively monitoring supplier performance and lead/support corrective actions when appropriate
Develop and implement SCI strategies for assigned commodity, ensuring alignment with unit and enterprise strategies to benefit financial and operational objectives
Work closely with suppliers, cost management, and engineers to define and exceed EPDP objectives including cost, quality, and delivery objectives
Lead and/or support the negotiation of supply agreements
Support achievement of key program metrics and goals

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
Vacation and Holiday Pay