The Opportunity:
As our go-to expert for Equipment sourcing, youâll own categories like robotics, automation and material handling equipment. Youâll collaborate with a network of cross-functional teams to drive cost savings, negotiate with top-tier vendors, and ensure our logistics network is lean, agile, and ready for anything.
What Your Impact Will Be:
Own and develop category strategies for logistics activities including robotics, automation and material handling equipment, grounded in data, forecasts, and stakeholder needs.
Lead full-cycle sourcing initiatives (RFI/RFQ/RFP) globally âmanaging the projects from strategy and execution to vendor selection and contract closeout.
Drive strategic decision-making by evaluating leasing vs buying options for Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) to achieve the best financial outcome.
Act as the category expertâtrack industry trends, evaluate supplier capabilities, and continuously refine sourcing strategies to align with business goals.
Drive supplier performance through KPIs, operational scorecards, and relationship management (SRM).
Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Logistics teams to align sourcing activities with company objectives.
Influence and negotiate at all levels, from frontline suppliers to senior stakeholders, ensuring best-in-class deals and sustainable partnerships.
Contribute to strategic planning by supporting budgeting, forecasting, and logistics roadmap development.