Global Supply Manger Indirect MRO

About the Role - You Will:

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategic sourcing strategies for Indirect Materials and Services including but not limited to IT Hardware, Software & Services, Professional Services, Marketing, MRO, Facilities Maintenance and CAPEX.

• Identify opportunities and define scope of work and launch RFQ's for Indirect Spend categories.

• Negotiate and execute supply agreements for strategic partnerships.

• Leverage commodity buckets for best TCO opportunity.

• Review and make determination on indirect supplier set-ups.

• Assist in invoice and receiving resolution.

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies for component and indirect raw material commodities that enable Proterra business units to achieve goals and objectives.

• Benchmark, analyze, and review specific indirect spend categories for areas of process improvement & streamlined efficiencies.

• Conduct comprehensive supply market and supplier economic analysis to formulate a strategic sourcing plan that identifies new/suitable suppliers, optimizes cost models, and proactively ensures continuity of supply.

• Analyze supplier spend and develop overall supplier negotiation and engagement strategies, including maintaining strong supplier relationships, visiting suppliers' facilities, and following up with suppliers to meet committed deliverables and deadlines.

• Utilize Oracle for part setup, sourcing and planning.

• Develop suppliers to improve performance and manage supplier relationships.

• Lead Contract/LTA negotiations and drive compliance, all while ensuring cost, quality, capacity, delivery, and capability are met and sustained.

• Drive cost-down initiatives with engineering and finance teams by design modifications, resourcing, and pure negotiations with the supply base.

• Collaborate with engineering on new product development activities to support projects, align design with our strategic supply base, and deliver products on time, at or below cost.

• Identify risk areas within the supply chain and implement appropriate mitigation measures.

• Be able to influence others on changes to the supply chain.

• Provide regular feedback to suppliers to improve long-term and short-term performance.

• Propose best value suppliers to the stakeholders, using fact-based analysis and clean sheet/should cost analysis.

• Collaborate and work closely cross-functionally with multiple departments to achieve business goals.

• Solicit suppliers for their Buy America Certificates, DBE, USMCA, and other certifications.

• Conduct additional tasks and prioritizes based on business needs.

About Our Group

• As strategic partners, the Strategic Sourcing team strives to ensure that our values, culture, and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company.

• We strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients each day.

• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.

• We treat each other with respect, and always try to have a little fun every day!

• This position will be part of the Battery Supply Chain team that supports Proterra's Manufacturing and Engineering operations in Greer, SC and R&D group in Burlingame, CA.

• You will report to the Sourcing Manager and collaborate with other Sourcing team members located at our manufacturing site in Greer, SC.

About You

• Agent of change, a self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.

• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.

• Highly analytical, with the ability to turn data into information and actionable recommendations.

• Able to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a very fast-moving environment.

• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and diligent.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent English written and verbal communication.

Your Experience Includes

• 5+ years of indirect category management experience including but not limited to IT Hardware, Software & Services, Professional Services, Marketing, MRO, Facilities Maintenance and CAPEX, including Global Supply Chain

• Bachelor's degree, Business Administration Supply Chain Management or Engineering

• Strong negotiations skills. Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Strategic Sourcing and Project Management experience needed.

• Strong Understanding of ERP Tools. Oracle and Tableau experience a plus.

• Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Power Bi and advanced Excel a plus.

• PMP, CSCP, CPSM certification is a plus.

• Ability to read drawings and blueprints.

• Previous experience with EV technology is a plus.

• Experience in Financial Accounting is a plus.

• Proven track record on cost reductions initiatives and contract negotiations.

Location: Hybrid/Onsite at Proterra facility in Greer, SC

EEO

Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).