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Manager, Strategic Sourcing, Kallista
KOHLER, WI
Apr 7, 2025
Full-time
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Manager, Strategic Sourcing, Kallista

Work Mode:Hybrid

Location:Hybrid - Kohler, WI or Bristol, PA

Opportunity

As the Manager, Strategic Sourcing, KALLISTA, you will be responsible for building a global network of supply partners to deliver Kallista's curated luxury portfolio. Acting as a global merchant, this position will create and execute sourcing strategies that specialize in artisan craftsmanship, luxury materials, high-end finishes and exclusive partnerships for the kitchen and bath space. Representing supply chain in cross functional teams, you will drive and execute tasks to support New Product Development and Cost Saving Projects. Manage commercial relationships with suppliers and artisans to achieve quality, delivery and cost goals. Responsible for applying the guidelines of company policies, procedures and controls to achieve business objectives.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Responsible for direct material sourcing of components and finished goods in the luxury products category.
  • Manage identification, strategic selection and commercial relationships of new and existing sources.
  • Assist the creation of commercial agreements with exclusive brand partnerships.
  • Drive supplier performance improvements in cost, quality, delivery and service.
  • Build, request and review quotations fo`r new and existing finished goods and components.
  • Negotiate price, terms, lead time, and minimum order quantities according to business needs.
  • Responsible for supplier selection, utilizing cross-functional input and following self derived negotiation strategy and total cost analysis.
  • Write, analyze and issue various weekly, monthly, annual supply chain reports and status updates.
  • Follow-up on major or rush purchases to ensure proper handling and delivery.
  • Maintain accurate yearly standard costs file.
  • Provide guidance to team members relative to procurement and negotiation best practices.
  • Maintain tracking and control of Kallista owned capital.

Skills/Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience or related experience preferred in the field of Purchasing, Supply Chain with a high value placed on direct-material purchasing/merchant experience.
  • Four-year degree in the fields of supply chain management, business, industrial engineering preferred.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, SAP a plus.
  • Diversified commodity exposure in components, raw materials and/or services.
  • International purchasing experience required.
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

In addition:

  • 25% Global Travel
  • Ability to develop, negotiate, and implement formal Supply & Purchase Agreements
  • Builds trust and effective working relationships quickly
  • Excellent communicator cross functional and cross-culturally
  • Creative when faced with difficult problems
  • Strong written, verbal presentation, and negotiation skills
  • Well-organized, manages time and projects effectively
  • Customer focus orientation

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Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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