Senior Strategic Global Sourcing Specialist

: Company Generac Power Systems Name Senior Strategic Global Sourcing Specialist Req # 63625 Employment Type Full Time Shift 1st The Senior Sourcing Specialist is responsible for various Sourcing activities while networking within a dynamic, people focused environment. Working cross-functionally, the Sourcing Specialist Senior is responsible for the strategic management and performance of various spend categories as defined by the Commodity Management team. The Sourcing Specialist Senior is responsible for a number of diverse actions within the organization, with principal focus on sourcing, supplier management, and supplier development, maintaining an agile and aggressive supply base while procuring high quality goods at a fair and competitive price. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop supplier directory and other compliance/analytical support as required; Develop, negotiate, and update supplier agreements as required under the guidance of the Commodity Manager; Prepare presentations for supplier management activities including supplier strategy and negotiation; Independently Negotiate and build supplier agreements as required; Lead Supplier Performance reviews; execute CAPA project plans; Collect Market Intelligence data; develop benchmarks and analysis for sourcing strategies within specified Category; Record and analyze reported purchase price variances and total cost of ownership; Record and audit reported savings and total cost of ownership; Develop comprehensive request for proposals, analysis and reporting of benchmarking information; Prepare presentations for supplier management activities including supplier strategy and negotiation; Identify new suppliers to support life cycle product strategy for new, existing, or end of life products Manage suppliers to meet the overall goals and objectives of the business (Service and Aftermarket Operations) Support Category Manager and Aftermarket Operations with component life cycle management; Aid in material management escalations; Utilize Supplier Relationship software such as SAP ARIBA to support improved supplier execution. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or related field OR related experience 5 years' experience in Supply Chain or related work environment Knowledge of supplier contracts, product conformity, quality tool box and problem solving methodologies Preferred Qualifications: Experience and understanding of assigned commodities Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) software such as SAP Hana, IBM Cognos, or other Experience with ERP and Supplier Relationship software packages e.g. SAP, Oracle, JDE, Baan, Visual, SAP Ariba, etc. Familiarity with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma concepts & methodologies Strong business acumen, including demonstrated knowledge of the four main financial statements Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel. “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”