Supplier Development Manager

Miller Knoll

Multiple Locations, USA
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Supplier performance planning
Value analysis/value engineering (vave)
Cost breakdowns interpretation
** Miller Knoll is seeking a Supplier Development Manager to enhance supplier and product value stream improvements through strategic sourcing and value analysis. The role involves negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and implementing cost-saving initiatives within a collaborative team environment. **

Job Summary

  • Identify, develop and implement supplier and product value stream improvement initiatives with assigned suppliers or commodities.
  • Develop, negotiate, and implement contracts with value of $500k to $5 million and lead Strategic Sourcing for spends of $500k to $5 million.
  • Responsible for spends between $10 - $40 million and/or savings of $100k to $1 million in annual, sustainable cost savings.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Miller Knoll is seeking a Supplier Development Manager to enhance supplier and product value stream improvements through strategic sourcing and value analysis. The role involves negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and implementing cost-saving initiatives within a collaborative team environment. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supplier performance planning
  • Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE)
  • Cost breakdowns interpretation
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Cross-functional team participation

Nice-to-have

  • Stimulate creative and analytical thinking
  • Strengthen organizational culture
  • Communicate trust to clients and visitors
  • Design for the good of humankind

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors' degree in Business, Supply Management, Materials Management, Finance, Engineering or Operations Management or related, equivalent experience
  • 3-6 years in a professional procurement role
  • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferred

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