Supplier Development Manager

Miller Knoll

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3-6 years professional procurement experience
Bachelor's degree in business or engineering
Strategic sourcing for $500k to $5 million spends
The role involves identifying and implementing supplier value stream improvements through strategic sourcing and VAVE processes

Job Summary

  • The role involves identifying and implementing supplier value stream improvements through strategic sourcing and VAVE processes.
  • Candidates will manage relationships with suppliers and lead negotiations for contracts valued between $500k and $5 million.
  • The position requires applying lean manufacturing principles via the Herman Miller Performance System to solve on-the-floor problems.

Matching Summary

The role involves identifying and implementing supplier value stream improvements through strategic sourcing and VAVE processes.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3-6 years professional procurement experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering
  • Strategic sourcing for $500k to $5 million spends
  • Cost analysis and breakdown interpretation skills
  • Lean manufacturing philosophy application

Nice-to-have

  • CPM or CPSM certification preferred
  • Herman Miller Performance System knowledge
  • Cross-functional team collaboration skills
  • Creative problem solving for supply disruptions
  • Strong verbal and written communication

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors' degree in Business, Supply Management, or Engineering
  • 3-6 years in professional procurement role
  • CPM or CPSM certification (preferred)
  • Experience with manufacturing processes and commodities

Work Rights

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