Description :
For additional Employment Opportunities at John Deere visit: [link removed] a John Deere machine roars to life, the workhorse that powers it came from John Deere Power Systems. Manufacturing heavy-duty industrial engines and drive-train components for John Deere equipment operations, Power Systems is also a major supplier to other equipment manufacturer markets worldwide. Technology, precision manufacturing and world-famous John Deere quality go into every engine and drivetrain we design and manufacture. View location information to learn more about the area. One of the benefits of working at John Deere is our comprehensive career development program. Our employees' internal resumes are accessible on-line by managers and human resources, allowing them to match employee interests with company needs-in short, getting the right people in the right jobs, at the right time. John Deere Power Systems (JDPS) is seeking a Supply Management Specialist to lead and support a Strategic Sourcing team with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies, meeting Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP) and Enterprise Order Fulfillment Process (OFP) requirements/goals on product cost, schedule and quality for the enterprise/region/division/unit. In this position, you will: Lead the Strategic Sourcing process for the Electrical commodity group, including: starters, alternators, wiring harnesses and misc. electrical components. Manage the development and implementation of enterprise and divisional sourcing strategies for this commodity, working closely with Product Engineering in Waterloo, Iowa and the John Deere engine and drivetrain factories in Waterloo, Iowa; Torreon, Mexico; Saran, France; and Coffeyville, Kansas.. Negotiate cost reductions, long term agreements and warranty agreements with suppliers on behalf of JDPS. Lead resourcing projects working with product engineering, engine/drive-train factories and suppliers. Lead ePDP projects into the eOFP working with the Tactical Supply Management teams and the factory OFP teams. Education Bachelor's degree in Business/Management, Engineering/Technology, Supply Management discipline or equivalent experience. Required Skills and Experience Communication - both oral presentations and written reports. Ability to present to various internal and external contacts. Solid planning and organizing skills. Analytical - able to work with tools such as: decision analysis, financial analysis, quotes form. Understanding of Engineering and Operational processes. Negotiations - commercial contracts and conflict resolution. Time management. 3 plus years experience in a Supply Management role. 3 plus years experience within a manufacturing environment. Desired Skills and Experience Supply Management experience especially Strategic Sourcing. Knowledge of SAP. Experience with electrical components including: starters, alternators, and wiring harnesses. Work experience in a team environment. The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. They may vary from position to position.