Global Sourcing Senior Director
Akron, OH 
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Information about #31452 Global Sourcing Senior Director

Work Location: Akron, OH USA

Role Type: Hybrid; this role can work remotely 3 days/week and works from our corporate office in Akron, Ohio every Tuesday and Wednesday

Formulated to Care

GOJO, Makers of PURELL, is a company for people who want to help the world experience greater health and well-being. The positive impact of our innovative PURELL hand and surface hygiene solutions is driven by our 2,500 highly collaborative and creative team members, who love to learn, care for each other, and live our Purpose. We look for people who are inclusive, growth-oriented, and driven to find solutions to big challenges, and we actively support their well-being. If this inspires you, please join us at GOJO.

Role Objective

Set the vision, build and develop the indirect and direct global sourcing team, and develop and execute the global sourcing strategy to create value and maximize efficiency. Plan, direct and coordinate supply cost reduction programs and actively participate in New Product Development and Product Portfolio processes and indirect enterprise spend. Create and continuously improve a supply base capable of providing the highest quality of uninterrupted goods and services at the lowest total system cost to create a competitive advantage. Embed enterprise objectives for sustainability, diversity, and innovation into the Global Sourcing Team success criteria.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Work with Supply Chain and senior management to develop an enterprise global sourcing strategy including global purchasing of materials, services, supplies, capital equipment, technology, acquisitions, outsourced production, and finished goods for resale.
  • Monitor and evaluate global business conditions and supply dynamics including shifting landscapes in automation, electronics, and other technology advancements; translate trends into business impacts and provide decision-making guidance to senior leadership.
  • Align and integrate sourcing organization approach and processes with Integrated Business Planning, Total Solutions, R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality, and other business processes leveraging sourcing team tools and resources.
  • Collaborate with supply chain strategy and planning groups and other teams to develop and implement a supply assurance strategy to avoid supply disruptions and support periods of elevated product demand.
  • Develop and grow strategic supplier partnerships, working closely with partner supplier representatives.
  • Collaborate with legal and other support and business teams for contract development and commercial terms development with suppliers.
  • Through close collaboration with others, anticipate emerging or shifting needs and proactively engage with suppliers and business partners as needed.
  • Lead strategic contract negotiations for goods, services, supplies, and capital equipment to ensure quality, cost effectiveness and timely delivery.
  • Collaborate with Total Solutions and supply chain operations to recommend, develop, implement, and manage contract manufacturing relationships.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to customer service by closely monitoring supplier performance to ensure a timely and high quality flow of materials to meet production and shipping requirements.
  • Design, develop and implement efficient sourcing processes and systems to support enterprise objectives.
  • Provide leadership and direction to sourcing team to ensure highly effective performance.
  • Ensure the global sourcing team is consistently staffed with highly effective, collaborative, service-oriented sourcing professionals.
  • Create a talent development culture where coaching and performance feedback is the norm. Ensure high performance is recognized and celebrated. Develop a deep awareness of team members development needs and career aspirations and leverage enterprise resources to support individual and team growth.
  • Direct and ensure that all sourcing activity, internally and externally, is handled in an ethical manner, including knowledge and adherence to sourcing regulation bodies (SoX, NAFTA, Tariffs, etc.).

#LI-Hybrid

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or a related field preferred
  • MBA a plus
  • Minimum ten (10) years' experience in global sourcing/procurement or a directly related field required
  • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Accredited Purchasing Professional (APP) desired
  • Track record of successfully implementing modern and efficient sourcing processes and practices
  • Previous experience managing a global sourcing team, including indirect spend

The following experience is highly desired:

  • Electronics or PCB
  • Managing multi-site locations
  • Commodity chemicals
  • Packaged goods industry
Supervision/Coordination
  • This role directly manages a team of global sourcing managers, agents and buyers/planners
  • This role interacts with multiple levels of GOJO stakeholders including senior leadership and, at time, ownership
Travel Requirements
Overnight Travel - 20% or greater - required
Travel - valid passport required for international travel

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please complete the online application process. You will have an opportunity to include your resume and a cover letter. GOJO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

Recruiters, Search Agencies or others referring candidates to GOJO Industries, Inc. without written authorization from GOJO Industries, Inc. Human Resources will not be compensated in any way for their online referral even if GOJO Industries, Inc. hires the candidate. GOJO does not seek or respond to unsolicited resumes for positions that are not listed in the Careers section.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
10 years
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