Global Sourcing Manager Job at apg Solutions, Minneapolis, MN

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  • apg Solutions
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US:

apg®️ is a global manufacturer of POS and cash management solutions, widely respected as the supplier of choice for retail, grocery, convenience, hospitality, bakery, quick-serve restaurants, and other environments. Our innovative products, such as general application and custom cash drawers, mobility solutions, smarttill®️ Intelligent Cash Drawers, currentsee®️ middleware, mobile carts, kiosks, and POS peripherals, enhance efficiency and security at the point of sale globally.

PURPOSE:

The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and reliable supply of goods and services. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, evaluates global markets, and works cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and logistics teams to support business objectives. The Manager will identify, report and deliver cost savings and have accountability of procurement performance metrics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Sourcing:

  • Develop and implement global sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational goals
  • Identify, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers across multiple regions
  • Lead the implementation and execution of sourcing strategies for direct spend in assigned categories
  • Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize spend
  • Drive procurement optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization, lead time reduction, MOQ (minimum order quantities) and terms optimization, Make vs. Buy analysis, and supplier innovation development

Supplier Management:

  • Select, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers
  • Evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities and seek new sources of technology to support business needs
  • Perform supplier performance reviews based on cost, quality, delivery, and service
  • Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Monitor and resolve supplier disputes, delivery, performance, or quality issues as last step

Cost Management and Negotiation:

  • Lead contract negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and risk mitigation
  • Track market trends in commodities and report on potential supply constraints
  • Achieve year-over-year cost savings and value creation targets
  • Identify cost-reduction and value engineering opportunities

Risk and Compliance:

  • Assess and mitigate supply chain risks (geopolitical, financial, operational)
  • Ensure compliance with trade regulations, tariffs, and import/export requirements
  • Proactively identify and recommend potential alternative sources of supply to support enterprise wide cost savings targets and mitigation of risk to support business continuity plans
  • Support business continuity and dual-sourcing strategies

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and finance teams
  • Support new product introductions and supplier readiness
  • Drive alignment between sourcing, planning, and operations
  • All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • A strong understanding of various ERP systems (like Visual, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and their modules (including finance, supply chain, and HR) is essential; knowledge of Infor Visual is a bonus
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills
  • Analytical and financial acumen
  • Knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, and global logistics
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • 5–10+ years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain
  • Proven experience negotiating international supplier agreements
  • Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment, preferred

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