Purchasing Lead - Advanced Sourcing (Advanced Technology)

**About JLG, an Oshkosh company****JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our productsincluding mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessoriescan be found all over the world.**The Purchasing Lead Advanced Sourcing (Advanced Technology) role is a senior-level position within the Global Procurement & Supply Chain function at JLG Industries, Inc. (Access Segment). Leading a high-performing team of Category Specialists and Associates, this position sets vision, develops talent, and fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and ownership. Acting as a key enabler of the organizations Global Product Development and Advanced Technology adoption processes, this leader ensures sourcing strategies are developed in alignment with enterprise priorities and delivered in accordance with the Procurement Excellence strategy.This leader plays a pivotal role in advancing JLG and Oshkosh Corporations technology leadership in the areas of Electrification, Autonomy & Active Safety, Intelligent Products, and Factory of the future. By developing strategic supplier partnerships, championing cost management and optimization, and leading cross-functional initiatives, this Purchasing Lead delivers value across the full product lifecycle while strengthening organizational resiliency. With strong executive presence and a People First mindset, this role elevates Global Procurement & Supply Chain as a driver of innovation, growth, and competitive advantage.## **YOUR IMPACT**These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.*Leadership & Talent Development** Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Category Specialists and Associates, fostering trust, ownership, and a passion for excellence* Provide mentorship, set clear priorities, and cultivate a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement that spreads across the Global Procurement & Supply Chain function* Drive positive employee engagement using a People First mindset, ensuring team members feel supported, valued, and aligned to organizational objectives* Develop and maintain individual development plans for all team members and succession plans for critical roles, building a strong talent pipeline and identifying high-potential future top talent* Provide Executive Leadership updates and presentations on key topics, balancing information sharing and guidance-seeking to ensure the team is recognized as subject-matter experts*Advanced Sourcing & Procurement Excellence** Partner cross-functionally (Engineering, Product Management, Operations, etc.) to align Sourcing Strategies with Global Product Development and Operational Footprint roadmaps* Ability to quickly develop and leverage knowledge and networks for emerging product categories to anticipate trends, adapt to shifting economic pressures, and provide strategic input on use cases* Lead global cost reduction and total cost of ownership improvement initiatives, leveraging Procurement Excellence principles to deliver year-over-year market-leading sustainable value* Champion best-in-class sourcing practices leveraging experience, networking, research, analytics, cost modeling, market intelligence, and other methods to drive measurable positive impacts* Foster co-innovation with supply base partners that accelerates time-to-market while securing meaningful Intellectual Property (IP)* Negotiate and manage key agreements, such as Long-Term Supply Agreements with commercial and operational protections, Warranty Agreements with reverse logistics strategies, and Technology Development Agreements with clear deliverables, in partnership with Legal Counsel* Leverage Supplier Relationship Management best practices to develop multi-layer cross-functional strategic partnerships that enhances performance and innovation* Build and sustain a world-class supply base in partnership with Supplier Development and Supply Chain Solutions, consistently surpassing benchmarks in cost, delivery, capacity, quality, warranty, and program management*Program & Risk Management** Lead critical technology selection and sourcing initiatives through Proof of Concept and Global Product Development processes, applying project management skills to ensure program success* Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks for assigned categories, collaborating with Supply Chain Solutions and Global Operations to address the current situation while improving future continuity of supply* Lead comprehensive supplier evaluations, leveraging financial, capacity, and quality audits, as well as other assessments, to identify risks and support informed decision-making processes*Enterprise Alignment** Serve as the Access Segment representative on the Oshkosh Advanced Sourcing Global Council, driving initiatives that uncover synergies, standardize best practices, and leverage organizational scale to enhance project success, accelerate innovation, and generate enterprise-wide value## **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Bachelors degree with six (6) or more years of relevant experience in Category Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a related field.* OR an equivalent combination of education and experience* Ability to travel up to 25%; including international* Willingness to work in an in-office environment## **STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS*** Prior leadership experience with demonstrated ability to develop, inspire, and lead high-performing teams* Experience in a global manufacturing environment, with preference toward off-highway and automotive applications* Passion for Advanced Technology and Innovation with a focus on components and trends that support efforts in Electrification, Autonomy & Active Safety, Intelligent Products, and Factory of the Future initiatives* Familiarity with best-cost country (BCC) sourcing strategies and supplier development methodologies* Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights* Relevant industry-related certificates and/or certifications (e.g. CSCP, PMP, etc.)* Earned or actively pursuing an advanced industry-related degree (e.g. MBA, MSc, etc.)* Ability to effectively communicate, including written and verbal updates to Executive Leadership* Ability to work in a cross-functional and global team environment* Strong organizational and project management skills, with exceptional follow-through and attention to detail* Strong time-management and prioritization skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities and requirements while exceeding expectations and meeting deadlines* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment with evolving requirements* Experience and proficiency with software application including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI, SharePoint, Teams, etc.), project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.), and MRP systems* Curiosity for and interest in leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance outcomes**WORKING CONDITIONS***The following represents general working conditions for this office-based role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.** This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment with standard lighting, ventilation, and temperature-controlled settings.* Duties are largely sedentary, requiring extended periods of sitting and using a computer and telephone.* Visual acuity to operate a computer and read documents is required, along with auditory ability to participate in #J-18808-Ljbffr