Director of Strategic Sourcing Knape and Vogt Manufacturing Company - 3.1 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications 11+ years Senior level Communication skills Full Job Description Are you looking for a new opportunity? Knape & Vogt is looking for a Director of Strategic Sourcing to join our industry leading team! Enjoy excellent pay and incentives at a company where you will be recognized and rewarded!

Company Overview:

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids for over 125 years.. We are a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers. What's In It For You? Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more Competitive Pay Generous Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401K with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount Programs Bonus and Merit opportunities

What Will You Get To Do:

Act as a global leader for all spend, supply chain development, and supplier metrics Direct the strategic and tactical activities of Purchasing, Sourcing, and Supply Management Analytics Drive, align, and ensure strong project management of all near / on shoring projects and activities Globally develop and align team to Oracle Supplier Portal and Power BI application dashboards and KPI's Contract line-item delivery schedules, leasing programs, and strategic contract negotiation with all suppliers Manage a spend of up to $200M and determines budget needs for assigned projects Achieve year on year cost savings in both direct and indirect spend, including consultant engagements Drive the Value Creation Plan (VCP) with strategic sourcing elements and critical savings projects Collaborate with Asian procurement to leverage spend, and achieve cost saving targets Define supplier quality system and score card metrics for monthly and quarterly reporting Utilize data analysis and reporting to support supply chain strategies and cost reduction efforts Coordinate with Sales and Marketing teams to set launch quantities of new products Foster and maintain deep cross functional partnerships and provide meaningful analysis Optimize logistics both inbound and outbound to reduce cost and optimize inventory holdings Seek advice from legal and cross functional team to develop and execute the spend plan Manage the necessary trade compliance process for both internal and government mandated Identify critical suppliers and negotiates long-term contracts that set out prices, quality standards, cost-reduction targets, delivery timescales and commercial terms and conditions Lead teams to perform make vs. buy decisions and achieves cost optimization projects Effective coaching, mentoring, and global team development across a matrix Operations Coach and develop others to ensure organizational success; identifies talent and provides opportunities to learn and grow; recognizes great performance; provides ongoing feedback; addresses performance issues decisively and quickly

What Will You Bring:

Work Experience :

15 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain in strategic sourcing, knowledge of procurement module of an ERP system, experience in global sourcing

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or related field

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and an expert in

ERP Systems Communication Skills:

Ability to think logically, strategically and support business objectives; Effective written and verbal communication skills