Job ID: 2024-17336

Title: Manager Strategic Sourcing, Power and Specialty Tools

Company: Snap-on Specialty Tools

Location: 19220 San Jose Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91748

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Execute all production planning activities;
2. Work closely with corporate sourcing team to ensure timely delivery of product;
3. Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily purchasing and inventory processes and manage through direct reports and peer group;
4. Establish planning, purchasing and inventory strategies by evaluating data and trends;
5. Establish critical measurements, acquire resources, resolve problems, and implement change;
6. Work collaboratively with plant leadership to define and meet planning, purchasing and inventory needs;
7. Review results on a continuous basis and develop action plans to improve processes;
8. Develop plans for efficient use of resources, to include materials, equipment and personnel;
9. Work with corporate sourcing team to ensure regulatory compliance in sourcing activities for the site;
10. Support surveys and data collection activities as necessary;
11. Ensure that organizational activities are in compliance with company policies, including local, state, and federal regulations and laws; and
12. Manage and develop direct reports.

This position has 7 direct reports: Buyer (2); Sr. Buyer - Planner (1); Buyer/Planner (1); Planner II (1); Planner I (1) and Electronics Commodity Manager (1).

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Management, Engineering, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline.
• Six Sigma Certification.

1. 10 years of experience planning and sourcing in a manufacturing environment with a track record of increasing responsibility;
2. 5 years of experience in tool manufacturing purchasing activities and inventory;
3. 5 years of experience establishing purchasing processes and procedures;
4. 5 years of experience negotiating with tool manufacturing vendors to secure favorable terms for pricing and optimal supply;
5. 5 years of hands-on experience with ERP system-Qantel;
6. 5 years of experience analyzing inventory reporting on a weekly and monthly basis and taking action based upon results and trends;
7. 5 years of experience monitoring and managing inventory levels and purchasing optimal product mix for manufacturing and purchasing key performance indicator;
8. 5 years of experience working with internal and external leadership;
9. 5 years of experience supervising and engaging associates;
10. 5 years of working experience exhibiting ethics, morals, and integrity;
11. 5 years of experience utilizing organizational skills;
12. 5 years of experience utilizing team building skills;
13. 5 years of experience leading improvements;
14. 5 years of experience training staff and delegating tasks and responsibilities;
15. 5 years of project management experience, including handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;
16. 5 years of experience working with colleagues and clients in diverse departments, geographic locations, and time zones;
17. 5 years of experience prioritizing and focusing on details with attention to accuracy and deadlines;
18. 5 years of experience demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and mentorship to peers;
19. 5 years of experience reporting, analyzing, and interpreting financial and operating data/variances;
20. 5 years of experience developing and implementing countermeasures;
21. 5 years of experience demonstrating planning and tactical skills;
22. 5 years of experience with meeting safety and environmental requirements/regulations;
23. 5 years of experience negotiating;
24. 5 years of experience multitasking, prioritizing, and making timely decisions;
25. 5 years of experience working individually and as part of a team;
26. 5 years of experience with continuous improvement and change management to achieve improved profits, quality, and safety; and
27. 5 years of experience using Microsoft Office.

• Requires less than 25% domestic travel to local vendors, suppliers, and other plants.
• Experience may be gained concurrently.

Salary range: $168,000 to $170,000 per year