Team Leader, Supply Chain Electronics
Danbury, CT, US, 06810
Belimo is the global market leader in the development, production, and marketing of field devices for the energy-efficient control of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Damper actuators, control valves, sensors, meters, and gas monitors make up the company's core business. Founded in 1975, Belimo employs approximately 2,400 people in over 80 countries and is listed on the Swiss Exchange (SIX) since 1995.
JOB SUMMARY
The Team Lead, Supply Chain is responsible for managing all aspects of the supply chain for their specific assigned commodities, including leadership of Buyer staff. Responsible for ensuring the quality and uninterrupted supply of raw materials, semi-finished products, and components along with auxiliary plant equipment, spare parts and services for Belimo Customization (USA) provided by third-party companies.
COMPANY'S MISSION AND VALUES
REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Team Leader Supply Chain reports to the Purchasing Manager Americas in Danbury, CT and is responsible for direct reports which fall under their responsible commodity. The Team Leader, Supply Chain bears full responsibility for agreed upon goals and objectives.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Procure finished goods, raw materials, semi-finished products and components, auxiliary plant equipment, and spare parts and services.
- Provide leadership to Buyers in everyday operations to ensure optimum supply availability.
- Coach and mentor Buyers by delegating tasks in projects to build up supply chain knowledge.
- Utilize market research and investigate potential new sources of supply with worldwide suppliers.
- Establish and develop excellent relationships with suppliers
- Leading & managing sourcing projects
- Validating new and existing suppliers, benchmarking, always considering Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Contract negotiation.
- Management and optimization of the supply chain for all suppliers
- Ensure top quality products are purchased, with on-time delivery and excellent pricing is a priority.
- Responsible for the accuracy of commodity specific purchasing data in the SAP system.
- Support Purchasing Manager with tasks for continued team success such as interviewing, training, team-building, and developing team goals/objectives.
- Primary contact for escalation of difficult issues or disputes with internal customers or vendors, as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS Degree in Business or technical field
- Minimum 5 + years of purchasing experience including procurement of electronic components
- Strategic Sourcing experience a plus
- Excellent understanding of ERP systems, SAP strongly preferred.
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word,
- Experience working in an ISO 14001 / 9001 Quality Management System
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and mentor others successfully in a team environment and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
- Proficiency in working with an International Freight Forwarder
The base pay for this position ranges from $90,000 - $105,000 annually with a target performance bonus of 15% of an employee’s annual base salary. Belimo is committed to paying all employees in a fair, equitable and transparent manner. Compensation is based on several factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. Belimo is a total compensation company which includes a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of medical, financial, and other competitive benefits. Belimo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. #WeAreBelimo
Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport
Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury