Senior Sourcing Specialist

Senior Sourcing Specialist

Work Mode:Onsite

Location:Onsite four days per week Bristol PA or Kohler WI

Opportunity

As the Senior Sourcing Specialist Luxury Sourcing you will be responsible for building a global network of supply partners to deliver Kallistas curated luxury portfolio. Acting as a global merchant this position will create and execute sourcing strategies that specialize in artisan craftsmanship luxury materials high-end finishes and exclusive partnerships for the kitchen and bath space. Representing supply chain in cross-functional teams you will drive and execute tasks to support New Product Development and Cost Saving Projects. Manage commercial relationships with suppliers and artisans to achieve quality delivery and cost goals. Responsible for applying the guidelines of company policies procedures and controls to achieve business objectives.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for direct material sourcing of components and finished goods in the luxury products category.

• Manage identification strategic selection and commercial relationships of new and existing sources.

• Assist the creation of commercial agreements with exclusive brand partnerships.

• Drive supplier performance improvements in cost quality delivery and service.

• Build request and review quotations for new and existing finished goods and components.

• Negotiate price terms lead time and minimum order quantities according to business needs.

• Assist with supplier selection utilizing cross-functional input and following self derived negotiation strategy and total cost analysis.

• Write analyze and issue various weekly monthly annual supply chain reports and status updates.

• Follow-up on major or rush purchases to ensure proper handling and delivery.

• Maintain accurate yearly standard costs file.

• Provide guidance to team members relative to procurement and negotiation best practices.

• Maintain tracking and control of Kallista owned capital assets located at assigned suppliers.

• Perform other assigned related duties meetings etc.

Skills/Requirements

• 5 years of experience or related experience preferred in the field of Purchasing Supply Chain with a high value placed on direct-material purchasing/merchant experience.

• Bachelorsdegree required. Fields of study in supply chain management business industrial engineering preferred.

• Diversified commodity exposure in components raw materials and/or services.

• International purchasing experience required.

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means youll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $87500 - $133600. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience their education and the work addition this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

Why Choose Kohler
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing access to career growth and development opportunities a diverse and inclusive workplace and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30000 bold leaders across the globe were driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious healthy and sustainable lives.

About Us
It is Kohlers policy to recruit hire and promote qualified applicants without regard to race creed religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. If as an individual with a disability you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Required Experience:

Senior IC