Supply Management Specialist
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. John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans. Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo Function: Supply Chain Management (CA) Title: Supply Management Specialist - 119571 Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position Your Responsibilities As a Supply Management Specialist for Waterloo Works located in Waterloo, IA, you will: Develop, build, and maintain ongoing relationships with assigned suppliers to monitor and improve supplier performance. Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Operations, Manufacturing, Etc.) and deliver concise information. Optimize purchased part inventory levels to meet factory asset and delivery goals VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
Requirements
- 2 or more years of experience with SAP
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, challenging team environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to root cause & drive corrective action
- Ability to travel domestically or internationally 5-10%
- Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business and/or Supply Chain Management or equivalent related work experience
Nice To Haves
- 2 or more years of Supply Management or Material Flow experience
- Proven cross-functional experience
- Ability to negotite and influence without authority
- Experience using analytic tools
Responsibilities
- Develop, build, and maintain ongoing relationships with assigned suppliers to monitor and improve supplier performance.
- Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Operations, Manufacturing, Etc.) and deliver concise information.
- Optimize purchased part inventory levels to meet factory asset and delivery 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
- $67,692.00 - $101,532.00 + Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
