Global Sourcing Project Manager, Indirect Services
Company: Dover Corporation
Location: Oak Lawn
Posted on: September 9, 2023
Job Description:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue
of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components,
specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital
solutions, and support services through five operating segments:
Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging &
Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainable
Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility
to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial
approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000
employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers
to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove,
Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV."
Additional information is available at .
Position Summary:
The person(s) hired into this role will contribute to world-class
implementations of Global Indirect Services projects, supply
agreements, and center led category management. The individual will
perform as a professional strategic sourcing manager, act as a
corporate representative of the Indirects initiatives, and interact
with senior and executive management throughout the company.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identify, prioritize, lead and drive strategic and tactical
Indirect Services Strategic Sourcing initiatives
- Improve supply chain performance through risk mitigation,
enhanced supplier relationships, negotiation of contracts, and the
implementation of tools and methods
- Define Indirect Services roadmap through external benchmarking;
obtain and analyze market intelligence such as supplier, customer
and competitor data to identify opportunities for continuous
improvement.
- Quantitative profile development, data analysis and business
case development for strategic sourcing projects (supplier
research, master data, market basket analysis, pricing analysis,
etc.)
- Project management of sourcing initiatives from initial
opportunity assessment through supplier engagement and
implementation
- Communication of category strategies and direction to all
levels of the organization including Corporate and Dover Operating
Companies (OpCos)
- Vendor management of strategic supplier partnerships and high
level relationships
- RFP/RFQ/RFI development to support Indirects activity across
Dover.
- Develop rapport and confidence of our internal stakeholders and
our suppliers to enhance collaboration and improve project
adoption
- Qualitative profile development and analysis (executive
summaries, exhibit creation, etc.).
- Monthly/quarterly reporting of KPI's (savings tracking, price
variances, quality, delivery, inventory).
- Analysis and reporting to various levels of organization when
analyzing spend and performance
- Other ad hoc projects and analysis as assigned.
- Must demonstrate commitment to safety & continual improvement
of OH&S performance, registered standards, company policy,
integrity, ethics and legal compliance
Qualifications / Requirements/Desired Characteristics:
- Candidates should demonstrate at least 5 to 7 years' experience
in at least two of the following areas: Procurement, supply chain,
finance, engineering / technical, manufacturing operations,
management consulting, and project management. Prior experience in
the following categories is a plus: Facilities, Professional
Services, IT, Utilities, Logistics, Travel, Office Products and
Employee Benefits.
- Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Business, Science, or
Engineering
- Experience and training in strategic sourcing, supply chain
management, data analysis and/or the procurement processes
- Proficiency in all MS Office applications; advanced word
processing and database skills a plus -Professional Procurement,
Supply Chain and/or Project Management certifications (e.g., CPSM,
CSCP, CPIM, CPM, etc.) a plus
- Project management expertise, familiarity with Lean and Six
Sigma processes is a plus
- Prior Sourcing experience in a forward-looking and progressive
company. Experience with Indirects categories is a strong
plus.
- Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction. Ability
to create and self-assess priorities.
- Interest to grow in the role and to grow with Dover.
- Ability to work in a complex, matrixed, multi-national
corporate/subsidiary environment
- Leadership: Demonstrates a high energy level and the capacity
to work at a very fast pace. A penchant for action, a "can do"
attitude that creates and responds positively to new business ideas
and challenges. The ability to lead by example and knowledge.
- Business Acumen: Has a general management perspective,
understands how to develop and deploy information, and conduct
financial analysis. Envisions the big picture and is able to
breakdown projects into implementable phases, given business
priorities and considerations. Exhibits organizational mentoring
and decision-making.
- Communication Skills: Communicates professionally and
effectively in all forums, including suppliers, consultants,
corporate management, and the internal organizations. Demonstrates
exciting presentation skills, written skills, and verbal
communication skills. Communicates effectively internally and
externally.
- Project management Skills: Proven ability to effectively lead
and deliver projects that span many locations and multiple levels
of stakeholders.
- Creativity: Has the ability to demonstrate leadership to create
growth in a company. Has the ability to excel in an environment
that experienced fast growth and relishes new business development
and dynamic markets.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Possesses curiosity and a passion for
learning and acquisition of new knowledge. Enjoys assessing and
analyzing complex business problems, and developing compelling
alternatives and solutions. Is capable of problem-solving
independently and in collaboration with others. STATEMENT OF
NON-INCLUSIVITY
This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing
of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any
employee. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position
may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by
the person who is managerially responsible for this position.
Work Arrangement : Hybrid
Salary Range : -
We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when
determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited
to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience,
a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the
key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards
that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their
work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected
veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other
factors prohibited by law.
Job Function : Project & Program Management
Keywords: Dover Corporation, Oak Lawn , Global Sourcing Project Manager, Indirect Services, Executive , Oak Lawn, Illinois
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