Job Opening: Sr. Strategic Sourcing Buyer
- Company
- JOHNSON CONTROLS INC
- Location
- MILWAUKEE, WI
- Posted on
- May 14, 2024
JOB REQUIREMENTS: What you will do Johnson Controls is seeking a
strategic and analytical Sr. Strategic Sourcing Buyer to lead the
sourcing and management of key global commodities. In this crucial role,
you will leverage your expertise to develop category strategies, drive
cost savings, and foster strong supplier relationships. How you will do
it Become a Category Expert: Develop in-depth knowledge of assigned
categories, including industry trends, competition, and future
innovations. Lead Strategic Sourcing: Design and implement sourcing
strategies for your assigned commodities, optimizing the sourcing
footprint and driving cost reduction through various methods like LCC
sourcing and value engineering. Drive Collaboration: Maintain regular
communication and alignment with the extended business unit procurement
team to ensure seamless execution of category strategies. Negotiate
Win-Win Deals: Lead supplier contract and price negotiations, securing
optimal terms and fostering long-term partnerships. Champion Continuous
Improvement: Identify and implement strategies for trade working capital
improvement, purchasing control, and cost analysis. Lead Supplier
Development: Actively manage the supply base, driving supplier
performance and development initiatives. Issue Resolution: Proactively
identify and resolve supplier delivery, quality, or commercial issues.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage data and analytics to optimize
procurement processes and make informed \"make vs. buy\" decisions.
Global Impact: Collaborate with international teams to leverage
purchasing opportunities across all regions in the business unit.
Deliver Results: Achieve or exceed category-related goals such as cost
savings, quality improvement, and supplier rationalization. What we look
for Bachelor\'s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Minimum 5 years of progressive procurement
experience with a focus on strategic sourcing. Extensive experience in
global sourcing methodologies. Proven ability to manage and influence
stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. Strong
understanding of purchasing principles and best practices. Proficiency
in MS Office Suite with advanced skills in Excel for data analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of SAP
or other equivalent ERP systems... For full info follow application
link. Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity and
affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a
qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic
protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If
you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation
during the application process, please visit
www.johnsoncontrols.com/tomorrowneedsyou. ***** APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/590CA9D0678D44E5 Qualified females,
minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are
encouraged to apply.