What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Global Sourcing Professional position at ClosetMaid LLC?
Job Description
Job Description
WHY JOIN THE AMES COMPANIES
We have amazing Benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Wellness, 401K, Holidays Employee Assistance Program, Vacation Days, Disability, and more!
WHO WE ARE
The AMES Companies, headquartered in Lake Nona-Orlando, FL has a rich American history. The AMES story goes back to 1774, when Captain John Ames began making America’s first shovels. AMES® brand is the third oldest consumer brand in the country, and its tools have helped build America, for more than two hundred years. AMES products have built Revolutionary War ramparts, connected the nation via the Transcontinental Railroad, dug for gold, gone on expeditions to Antarctica, carved Mount Rushmore, and installed the Statue of Liberty. And just like America, we are still working every day to build the next great wonder.
Our business lines include Home Organization, Lawn and Garden Tools, Outdoor Living, and Cleaning Tools, with leading global brands sold to homeowners and professionals involved in new construction, remodeling, and maintenance activities.
Our leading brands include ClosetMaid®, AMES®, True Temper®, Razor-Back®, Jackson®, Southern Patio® and Harper®.
We are a business unit of Griffon Corporation (NYSE : GFF)
WEBSITE : https : / / www.homebyames.com / en -us /
WHO YOU ARE
The Senior Global Sourcing Professional will be responsible for developing and implementing global sourcing strategies that align with the company's objectives for cost, quality, and delivery. This role demands extensive experience in global sourcing, particularly within the durable and consumer goods industries, and requires frequent international travel. Additionally, this role requires monitoring performance metrics to identify areas for improvement, negotiating contracts with vendors, and implementing strategies to enhance the global sourcing strategy.
WHERE YOU WILL WORK
At our state-of-the-art world headquarters, in modern and thriving Lake Nona, Florida.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement global sourcing strategies to meet the company's objectives for cost, quality, and delivery.
- and maintain strong relationships with suppliers across Mexico, Central America, South America, and Europe.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure the best terms and conditions possible.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, quality assurance, and logistics, to ensure seamless integration of sourcing activities.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and trends in the durable and consumer goods sectors.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards in the sourcing process.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance, addressing any issues and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Manage the sourcing budget and track cost savings initiatives.
- Travel extensively to international supplier sites to conduct audits, assessments, and negotiations.
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Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
The AMES Companies will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The AMES Companies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by contacting Human Resources at 1-352-401-6135 or by sending an email to recruiting@ames.com to make appropriate arrangements.
