Sourcing Manager

This is a position with The Marley Company, a parent company that provides administrative support to the SPX. HVAC Heating businesses (such as WM Technologies, LLC, Marley Engineered Products, LLC, and Patterson-Kelley, LLC) and includes all Weil-McLain® branded products. Weil-McLain is a leading North American Brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial and institutional buildings since 1881. The related companies have manufacturing facilities in Michigan City, Indiana and Eden, North Carolina, along with regional sales offices throughout the United States and an administrative office in Burr Ridge, Illinois. Building on a reputation of quality and innovation, we are committed to creating Simplified Solutions for our Complex World™.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Sourcing Manager, you will have the opportunity to significantly contribute to the organization's success by ensuring a reliable and cost-effective supply chain that supports business growth. In particular, you will be responsible for a category of commodity/products inclusive of supplier selection, management and strategy. The successful Sourcing Manager will be proactive, and results driven, with a passion for strategic sourcing and supplier management.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Supplier Sourcing and Management
  • Lead the development and execution of supplier management strategy and approach
  • Adapt to market trends and business requirements
  • Exhibit a working knowledge of world-class supply chain process to ensure that existing processes are targeted to attain excellence versus industry benchmarks
  • Identify and assess potential suppliers based on quality, capacity, financial stability, and overall fit
  • Develop exit strategies for suppliers that do not meet our supplier standards
  • Lead the strategic sourcing process including RFQ development, quotation reviews, supplier/contract negotiations to ensure favorable terms that align with business requirements
  • Manage cost drivers, changing supply base, and market innovation to capture lower costs and/or higher value
  • VA/VE - Work closely with long term suppliers to manage this core supply base for productivity/cost down initiatives through the use of VA/VE tools
  • Partner with low-cost country sourcing commodity manager for the appropriate sub-commodities for year over year net cost reductions
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to develop new suppliers with systems to support quick development, low cost, and high quality

• Relationship Management
  • Establish relationships with functional and divisional leaders to ensure sourcing strategies align with our business goals and objectives Support and influence NPD (New Product Development) programs in a cross functional setting with product management, engineering, manufacturing, and quality
  • Foster strong and collaborative relationships with key suppliers and business partners
  • Report/communicate quarterly supplier scorecard results and commodity KPI's with Director of Sourcing and internal business partners/stakeholders
  • Integrate suppliers into SPX plants through the appropriate use of Kanban, VMI and related tools

• Continuous Improvement
  • Continuously enhance sourcing processes and procedures to streamline operations and drive efficiency gains
  • Stay updated on industry trends and market conditions
  • Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals and the department and organization

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 5 plus years' relevant work experience in global manufacturing companies with increasing responsibilities in a multi-site, multi-product, company
• Experience driving productivity and value add through negotiations and supplier management
• Experience with formal processes for supplier selection, qualification, contracting and management
• Familiarity with ERP systems and end-to-end supply chain management process (concept, planning, development, launch)
• Demonstrated experience and success working in a fast paced, matrixed environment satisfying multiple customers

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with international sourcing
• Technical acumen to bridge the gap between internal development and external supply base a plus
• Experience in commercial agreements - NDA, Master Supply, Intellectual Property a plus
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data driven decisions
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain concepts clearly, concisely, and professionally
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, including manufacturing, with a professional demeanor

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field
• APICS Certified preferred

Travel & Working Environment

• Overnight travel up to 25%
• Office environment with occasional work in a plant/manufacturing environment

Thank you for your interest in our company.

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ABOUT Weil-Mclain®

Weil-Mclain® is a leading North American Brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial and institutional buildings since 1881. The related companies have manufacturing facilities in Michigan City, Indiana and Eden, North Carolina, along with regional sales offices throughout the United States and an administrative office in Burr Ridge, Illinois. Building on a reputation of quality and innovation, we are committed to creating Simplified Solutions for our Complex World™.

TOTAL REWARDS

What's in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees' personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. Our benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Excellence
• Teamwork
• Results

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT OUR COMPANIES

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.