Overseeing procurement activities across project categories in the construction and utilities sectors in the USA. Responsible for vendor management and compliance with procurement policies.
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Onsite Global Director – Sourcing and Procurement
Posted 5 days ago
About the role
- Global Supply Chain Director responsible for leading supply chain and operational strategy at Nikkiso. Overseeing procurement, production, logistics, and ensuring efficiency in the organization.
Responsibilities
- Identify key suppliers (Partner Suppliers) to the Cryogenic Pumps Functional Unit and secure long term global supply agreements with them
- Work with all entities of the Cryogenic Pumps Functional Unit to ensure there is a clear understanding of the components and activities that drive their cost and efficiency
- Pool volumes and optimize costs and availability for the whole group
- Assist the product companies to optimize the 'Make or Buy' process when it comes to goods and services
- Develop and implement together with the functional units a professional SQA process for all key suppliers
- On behalf of the Cryogenic Functional Unit, negotiate with the large global logistics providers and secure Partnership Agreements that optimize international and local logistics costs and performance
- Establish a global network of sourcing professionals that allows to optimize cost structure and leverage the competence of suppliers in all parts of the world
- Lead the Supply Chain Council and ensure transparent activities to develop the next generation of supply chain professionals within the group
- Develop, maintain, and monitor structured KPIs to measure both sourcing and logistics performance for all entities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree is required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred
- At least 15 years’ experience in operations and supply chain management
- Strong commercial knowledge and experience required
- Power BI & Smartsheet knowledge a plus
- Strong systems and data analysis skills
- Strong global manufacturing acumen
- Proven ability to lead large-scale operations in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment
- Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills
- Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methodologies
- Financial acumen and experience managing complex budgets
- Proficiency with ERP, CMMS, QMS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
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