Strategic Sourcing Manager

EnerSys Delaware Inc.•Muhlenberg Township, PA

31d

About The Position

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products. Motive Power applications include industrial lift trucks and pallet jacks, rail equipment, mining equipment, and airline ground support equipment. Some of the motive power brands include Hawker, Ironclad, General Battery, and Fiamm. Wherever there is a need for motive power, EnerSys offers the perfect energy solution. Job PurposeUnder the direction of the Director of Strategic Sourcing, the Strategic Sourcing Manager will administer all commercial activities associated with their assigned material categories (commodities), in a cost-effective, high-quality and timely manner to ensure optimum bottom line results using honest, fair and ethical business practices. These commercial activities include, but are not limited to, monitoring price indices and market intelligence reports, contractual and/or pricing negotiations, periodic in-person supplier reviews, cost reduction exercises and total cost of ownership calculations. This position interfaces with many other groups within the organization and as such, requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, purchasing or engineering
Minimum of two years of experience in a procurement or related profession
Ability to read, write and understand English required
MS Office Suite skillset, with emphasis on Excel prowess
Ability to communicate and interact with internal customers
Ability to cooperate and connect with others in different situations to achieve favorable outcomes
Able to assess things rationally by applying logic based on new or existing information when making a decision or solving a problem
Weigh the benefits and disadvantages of multiple courses of action before choosing one and be able to provide supporting arguments for that decision
Moderate travel will be required (30%) with some of this travel being international.
This position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or awareness of battery technologies and/or battery manufacturing a plus
Multilingual abilities a plus
Familiarity with ERP systems (BaaN, SAP, Oracle, etc.) a plus

Responsibilities

Establish and foster fair and equitable relationships with suppliers of assigned material categories to ensure attainment of organizational goals and objectives
Analyze market trends and pricing indices to proactively negotiate and maintain favorable pricing for assigned material categories
Identify and report potential supply chain issues to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply and support manufacturing forecasts and demands
On a regular, periodic basis review performance KPIs with key suppliers
Aggressively purse cost saving opportunities resulting from alternative materials, processes and technological advancements
Collect, compile and present market data to advise of potential problem areas and suggest corrective actions
Collect, compile and present purchasing data based on internal purchasing activities
Provide advice and guidance relating to assigned material categories
Monthly reporting activities to include, but not limited to, preparation of activity reports, analysis of purchase price variances, cost improvement projects and spend activity
Exercise discretion and sound judgment when dealing with critical and confidential organizational matters
Other related duties as assigned