Title: Manager Strategic Sourcing, Power and Specialty Tools
Company: Snap-on Specialty Tools
Location: 19220 San Jose Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91748
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute all production planning activities;
Work closely with corporate sourcing team to ensure timely delivery of product;
Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily purchasing and inventory processes and manage through direct reports and peer group;
Establish planning, purchasing and inventory strategies by evaluating data and trends;
Establish critical measurements, acquire resources, resolve problems, and implement change;
Work collaboratively with plant leadership to define and meet planning, purchasing and inventory needs;
Review results on a continuous basis and develop action plans to improve processes;
Develop plans for efficient use of resources, to include materials, equipment and personnel;
Work with corporate sourcing team to ensure regulatory compliance in sourcing activities for the site;
Support surveys and data collection activities as necessary;
Ensure that organizational activities are in compliance with company policies, including local, state, and federal regulations and laws; and
Manage and develop direct reports.
This position has 7 direct reports: Buyer (2); Sr. Buyer - Planner (1); Buyer/Planner (1); Planner II (1); Planner I (1) and Electronics Commodity Manager (1).
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering Management, Engineering, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline.
Six Sigma Certification.
10 years of experience planning and sourcing in a manufacturing environment with a track record of increasing responsibility;
5 years of experience in tool manufacturing purchasing activities and inventory;
5 years of experience establishing purchasing processes and procedures;
5 years of experience negotiating with tool manufacturing vendors to secure favorable terms for pricing and optimal supply;
5 years of hands-on experience with ERP system-Qantel;
5 years of experience analyzing inventory reporting on a weekly and monthly basis and taking action based upon results and trends;
5 years of experience monitoring and managing inventory levels and purchasing optimal product mix for manufacturing and purchasing key performance indicator;
5 years of experience working with internal and external leadership;
5 years of experience supervising and engaging associates;
5 years of working experience exhibiting ethics, morals, and integrity;
5 years of experience utilizing organizational skills;
5 years of experience utilizing team building skills;
5 years of experience leading improvements;
5 years of experience training staff and delegating tasks and responsibilities;
5 years of project management experience, including handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;
5 years of experience working with colleagues and clients in diverse departments, geographic locations, and time zones;
5 years of experience prioritizing and focusing on details with attention to accuracy and deadlines;
5 years of experience demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and mentorship to peers;
5 years of experience reporting, analyzing, and interpreting financial and operating data/variances;
5 years of experience developing and implementing countermeasures;
5 years of experience demonstrating planning and tactical skills;
5 years of experience with meeting safety and environmental requirements/regulations;
5 years of experience negotiating;
5 years of experience multitasking, prioritizing, and making timely decisions;
5 years of experience working individually and as part of a team;
5 years of experience with continuous improvement and change management to achieve improved profits, quality, and safety; and
5 years of experience using Microsoft Office.
Requires less than 25% domestic travel to local vendors, suppliers, and other plants.
