Supply Chain Engineer (Electro-Mechanical)

The Category Manager, Electro-Mechanical develops and implements procurement strategies to meet the company’s strategic objectives, which include quality, delivery, inventory, cost, and innovation. Establishes and implements strategic plans in support of short- and long-term company goals through rationalization of the supplier base, managing procurement business risks, improving quality, delivery, and inventory performance, and reducing total cost. Functions as key business and technical interface for assigned categories in managing supplier business relationships.

APICS Certification preferred.

Leadership SkillsStrategic thinker with prior experience with the electro-mechanical categoryStrong leader with the ability to communicate, interact, and positively influence others to deliver results. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to gather, conceptualize, and analyze business requirements. Comfortable working in a results-oriented environment. Strong negotiation, diplomacy, persuasion, and communication skills. Confident, autonomous professional; ability to work with limited direction.

• ResponsibilitiesBe responsible for leading the development and implementation of select Electro-Mechanical subcategory strategies, including, but not limited to pumps, condensers, refrigeration, wire harnesses, switches, transformers, and power cords.
• Provide sourcing leadership related to supplier selection, contracts & negotiations, cost management, innovation, and supplier relationship management.
• Work across MFT functions to gather category-related requirements and create project funnels that align with the category strategy and business targets.
• Analyze data to identify and present opportunities to improve supply base performance of quality, delivery, inventory, cost, and supply resiliency.
• Lead the development of RFQs, drive and support new product development activities to meet its objectives, and promote supplier engagement in driving innovation and design alternatives to support VAVE initiatives.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the industries/markets and communicate market and supply trends.
• Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine present and future business impacts and prepare market analysis reports.
• Partner with the core team and other functions in the establishment, deployment, and compliance with standard processes, policies, and procedures.

Skills/Experience Proven ability to develop trusted, respectful relationships internally and externally. Strong presentation, verbal, and written communication skills. Excellence in generating accurate and understandable data and reports to analyze performance to make data-driven decisions. High level of personal initiative, energy, and ownership of business results. Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointAbility to travel as required (up to 20%) Required QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in supply chain management, engineering, or equivalent. MBA in supply chain management or related areas is desirable. Proven track record of 2-5 years working in the electro-mechanical category. Experience with the implementation of strategic sourcing processes.