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SUMMARY:
Andersen Corporation if looking for a Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst at our Des Moines, IA location to support strategy development and execution of sourcing gate deliverables required to launch new door projects. This position will be the central sourcing project lead collaborating with other functional areas including: the project team, research and development, operations, supply chain, category leads/suppliers, and finance.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Manage multiple new project development projects simultaneously, and continuous improvement projects as needed.
· Accountable for all sourcing activities and deliverables for assigned projects from inception to launch, holding internal functions and suppliers accountable for achieving key milestones.
· Partner with design engineering to aid with upfront design simplification, and support new technology and design needs, as well as lead technical reviews with suppliers.
· Establish, gain approval, and own material cost targets for all supported projects.
· Drive supplier tooling budget and development schedule for all sourced components in accordance with project milestones.
· Work closely with sourcing category teams on bid list creation, supplier selection, and supplier readiness for production.
· Become the subject matter expert of the Product Development Process, related to Sourcing.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS (5 bullets maximum for each is Talent Acquisition’s recommendation. Include a list of hard and soft skills. Specify education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills required for the role. Also include soft skills, like communication and problem solving, as well as personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. Identifying must-haves vs nice-to-haves encourage a more diverse set of candidates to apply)
MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations, Business, Engineering, or related degree is required.
· 4+ years of relevant experience in sourcing, product development, supply chain, or operations.
· Project management experience with the ability to create project plans, manage schedules, adapt resources, and achieve project deliverables.
· Very organized and able to independently pursue concurrent resolution of multiple issues.
NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
· Demonstrated success collaboratively leading and motivating others.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.
· Solid understanding of continuous improvement methodologies.
· Technical knowledge and/or previous fenestration product experience is a plus.
SALARY INFORMATION: (Effective January 1, 2023, must include this section in all remote job postings and all jobs posted in California, Colorado, New York, and Washington state)
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. In addition to your pay, Andersen Corporation currently offers benefits such as comprehensive health benefits, 401k contribution, paid time off, 8 paid standard holidays, plus 2 floating holidays, a robust employee Wellbeing program, as well as profit sharing (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
CULTURE AND BENEFITS:
“Be Orange. Be You” is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.
Benefits include, and are not limited to:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account contributions
- Paid holidays plus PTO
- 401(k) plan & contributions
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Charity contributions
- Nationwide career opportunities
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.
* 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects
** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY (to be included with production postings):
• Must be able to stand for XX hrs
• Must be able to lift XX lbs, etc.
In 2023, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.
Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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