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Strategic Sourcing Analyst
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Description & Requirements
At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Partnership and being a leader in Corporate Citizenship. Headquartered in Bayport, Minn., Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America.
We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. Andersen embraces our nine Employee Resource Networks to celebrate our differences and to champion diversity. In 2024, we were recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America.
Earning the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.
SUMMARY
Andersen Corporation is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Analyst to support strategy development and execution of sourcing deliverables required to launch new 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 located with Bayport, MN.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Create sourcing strategies for new product components, considering cost, quality, lead-time incorporating overall supply chain key performance indicators.
Accountable for all sourcing activities and deliverables for assigned projects, holding internal functions and suppliers accountable for achieving key milestones.
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.
Become the subject matter expert of the Product Development Process, related to Sourcing.
Collaborate to ensure product designs are optimized for efficient manufacturing, considering cost and supply chain constraints.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Strong communication skills, teamwork, problem-solving abilities, adaptability, leadership, critical thinking, time management, organizational skills, creativity supporting relationship building with others in a professional setting.
Excellent collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams
Proficient in data analysis and reporting to track sourcing performance
MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/Operations, Business, Engineering, or related degree is required
4+ years of relevant experience in sourcing, supply chain, or operations
Project management experience with the ability to create project plans, manage schedules, adapt resources, and achieve project deliverables.
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.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $88,235-$136,765.
At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider applying to this position.
“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: