ABB Inc.
Supply Chain Manager - Traction
ABB Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Supply Chain Manager - Traction
At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.That's our story. Make it your story.This is a position with grade 12 and reports to Operations Manager.Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a team to execute purchasing and logistics strategies that support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products. Each day, you will ensure execution in accordance with company and Procurement team instructions and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by implementing effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to ensure that suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements.You will be mainly accountable to:Ensure buyers minimize risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and in accordance with Company guidelines.Monitor the Procurement & Logistics processes and activities. Pro-actively works to resolve issues related to procurement cost, quality and delivery. Monitors and reports internal and supplier performance (KPIs), quality issues and development actions.Define and establish local standard agreements with all major local suppliers. Provides and maintains standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with Company directives and guidelines.Implement effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy and regional/global Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing (CIPS) strategy to ensure that suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements.Our team dynamics
You will join a dynamic, talented, and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.Qualifications for the role
Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, or Associate's degree with 10 years of experience, or High School Diploma with 12 years of experience.Experience with relevant software and ERP systems, such as SAP.Proficient in data analytics using Excel, including creating pivot tables and writing formulas.Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with suppliers and coordinate with other departments.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to optimize supply chain operations.Developing and implementing supply chain strategies to improve performance and reduce costs.Must be able to Travel 15-20%.Managerial experience is required.Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.More about us
ABB Traction Division is a recognized leader in onboard propulsion technologies that drive innovation in rail, bus, and industrial vehicle electrification. A comprehensive range of high-performance and full lifecycle managed propulsion, auxiliary and energy storage solutions help improve energy efficiency and contribute to making transportation more sustainable.We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit
www.abb.com
to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website
www.abb.com .ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status.
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At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.That's our story. Make it your story.This is a position with grade 12 and reports to Operations Manager.Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a team to execute purchasing and logistics strategies that support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products. Each day, you will ensure execution in accordance with company and Procurement team instructions and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by implementing effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to ensure that suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements.You will be mainly accountable to:Ensure buyers minimize risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and in accordance with Company guidelines.Monitor the Procurement & Logistics processes and activities. Pro-actively works to resolve issues related to procurement cost, quality and delivery. Monitors and reports internal and supplier performance (KPIs), quality issues and development actions.Define and establish local standard agreements with all major local suppliers. Provides and maintains standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with Company directives and guidelines.Implement effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy and regional/global Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing (CIPS) strategy to ensure that suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements.Our team dynamics
You will join a dynamic, talented, and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.Qualifications for the role
Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, or Associate's degree with 10 years of experience, or High School Diploma with 12 years of experience.Experience with relevant software and ERP systems, such as SAP.Proficient in data analytics using Excel, including creating pivot tables and writing formulas.Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with suppliers and coordinate with other departments.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to optimize supply chain operations.Developing and implementing supply chain strategies to improve performance and reduce costs.Must be able to Travel 15-20%.Managerial experience is required.Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.More about us
ABB Traction Division is a recognized leader in onboard propulsion technologies that drive innovation in rail, bus, and industrial vehicle electrification. A comprehensive range of high-performance and full lifecycle managed propulsion, auxiliary and energy storage solutions help improve energy efficiency and contribute to making transportation more sustainable.We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit
www.abb.com
to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website
www.abb.com .ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status.
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