Sourcing Category Manager
Company: Kone
Location: Moline
Posted on: January 15, 2021
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Job Description:
KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning
elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is
as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we
provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific
roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we
also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation,
sustainability, collaboration and ethical business practices are
just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success.
Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something
big!The Sourcing Category Manager will be a North American Sourcing
competence expert for relative categories. Responsible for
strategic development and implementation of sourcing category plans
in alignment with business requirements. Responsible for
understanding business/technical requirements and market
developments and translate them into cost saving opportunities and
securing buy-in for category-led projects. Drive area/cross-unit
Sourcing category team ensuring collaboration and key stakeholder
buy-in. Define and implement category specific savings activities
in alignment with area Indirect Sourcing management and global
category management.RESPONSIBILITIES* Plan, steer and develop
supplier relationships on continuous basis. Act as central contact
point towards strategic supplier base. Ensure timely reporting of
supplier KPI against measurable and actionable targets.* Implement
the KONE Strategic Sourcing Process to reduce total cost and
consolidate the supplier base in support of FL / SL business
operations in the KONE Americas. Complete regional/local supplier
request for proposals (RFP), negotiations, selection, contracts,
management and compliance based on KONE strategic sourcing process
(BENIM).* Manage savings actions (strategically with operational
flexibility) with supplier, KONE Indirect team members, and Unit
Leaders* Lead, coach, involve and develop all team members directly
in respective areas of focus and ensure proper level of training.
Assist, support, provide help and encourage others outside of
direct reporting structure to ensure business continuity of
categories.* Act as trusted advisor to FL and business/functional
leaders by managing and driving resolution of supplier issues and
escalate as needed.* Steer/influence supplier segmentation within
category and develop supplier risk plan. Establish regional
understanding of category supplier market and competitive
landscape.* Arrange and conduct regular steering meetings with
suppliers and stakeholders. Involve other functions in issue
resolution and supplier development as needed* Maintain contract
validity and manage re-negotiation as needed and in alignment with
category and Sourcing strategy and ensure contract information in
KONE Supplier Management Program is up-to date* Responsible for
regular reporting of category KPI's including monthly budget /
forecast data.* Ensure compliance and adherence to KONE sourcing
(KSO) policies/ procedures and with quality, safety and
environmental standards* Additional duties as deemed necessary by
managementREQUIREMENTS* Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or other
business related field preferred. Equivalent work related
experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis* MBA or Six
Sigma (green or black belt) is a plus* Min 5 years' experience in
Sourcing, Supply Chain Management or other relevant business area*
Fluent level of English, additional languages are a plus* Proven
project/change management skills* Leadership skills (either
directly or indirectly) and proven ability to work in
cross-functional team and international environment* Advanced
negotiation skills while following KONE's BENIM process.* Ability
to proactively communicate/collaborate with different levels and
functions in the organization. Communicates appropriate and useful
information to team members and stakeholders* Analytical and
strategic thinking, problem solving and scenarios generation
skills* Ability to maintain flexibility in job priorities and
cross-category functions as needed* Strong leadership skills
(direct or indirect) and abilities to develop internal talent pool*
Change management skills* Data management skills (SAP enterprise
software skills are an asset)* Ability to execute task, turning
strategy into actions* Strong understanding of strategic business
acumen and understanding of the environment in which the
organization works* Deep knowledge of contract management and
favorable KONE terms* Working understanding of supplier market in
respective area of focus* Ability to seek out new and innovative
ways of approaching situations or tasks. Explores a range of
possibilities for resolving a problem or issue.* Demonstrates
confidence in own ability to carry out a task or job. Is confident
in the face of opposition from others when expressing their views*
Applicant must be currently authorized to work in the United States
on a full-time basis.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do
not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of
disability or any other federal, state or local protected
class.IND123#LI-JC1At KONE, we are focused on creating an
innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the
contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus
area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of
information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our
culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business
practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together
where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance
is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to
offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you
to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a
healthy and balanced life.Read more on www.kone.com/careers
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