Velcro Companies
* Develop and execute the company’s global sourcing and procurement strategy aligned with overall business objectives.* Identify and pursue opportunities to optimize total cost of ownership, improve supply chain efficiency, and strengthen supplier relationships.* Build and lead a global sourcing team capable of supporting current and future business growth.* Excellent communication and presentation skills. Collaborates well with suppliers and internal customers.* Continue to develop/enhance global metrics and KPI measuring tools for the betterment of the company* Lead, monitor, coach Sourcing team on all critical Sourcing KPI’s and initiatives/projects* Keep current on category market, cost drivers, mega trends, and economic outlook to guide category strategies and keep company updated on opportunities & risks.* Manage supporting personnel in the execution of the multi-step strategic sourcing process.* Support strategy development and negotiations for all major global business agreements.* ### Ensure adherence to company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards across all sourcing activities.* ### Champion sustainability, diversity, and corporate social responsibility within the global supply chain.* ### Monitor and report on sourcing performance, cost savings, and risk metrics to senior leadership and the board.* Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).* 15 years of progressive experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 7 years in senior leadership roles.* Demonstrated strong Operation, Project Management, Finance and Strategic Planning knowledge in building business units and product category strategies.* Proven experience as a business executive with sound management skills and experience managing metric-oriented performance objectives.* Proven track record of negotiating and managing complex global supplier agreements and partnerships* Experience in Strategic Sourcing of commodities, raw material, and finished goods is preferred* Experience in a continuous improvement environment with a successful YOY track record* Experience operating successfully in an agile, highly matrixed environment* Experienced in team building and management of direct/indirect reports* Experience in multicultural negotiations, contracting and supplier management activities required* Experience in leading large, global complex supply management solution projects required* Strong financial acumen with the ability to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and business cases.* Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to operate across cultures and geographies.* Strong change-management skills, able to lead transformation initiatives in fast-paced, dynamic environments* Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to deliver cost savings, supplier innovation, and operational efficiencies.* Strong MS Office Skills (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).* Ability to travel, both domestic and internationally; up to 20%.* LEAN and Kaizen experience.* Continuous improvement, Six Sigma concepts & methodologies, and work experience as a leader with excellent negotiation skills.* Oracle or equivalent ERP experience.
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