Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. About the role Under the direction of the Supply Chain Manager, this position will plan, develop and execute commodity strategies on a global scale. Responsibilities include management of supplier performance, negotiation of pricing and supplier relations building to achieve continuous improvement of the supply chain. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Perform tactical purchasing activities for assigned areas of spend Drive material availability Utilize the Visual system to generate a list of material needs to plan POs against Follow-up with suppliers to ensure material will arrive as needed Expediate material as needed to fulfill customer expectations Manage and control costs with suppliers Align suppliers with lean manufacturing strategy by driving supply base to demand-based replenishment Negotiate annual Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) and blanket purchase orders Source commodities for best quality, delivery and cost Maintain data within JWC’s enterprise data management system (Visual) Establish and maintain accurate lead times Maintain accurate delivery dates within the ERP system. Manage day to day rejected material discrepancy reports to ensure timely return of material. Participate in Material Review Board meetings as needed and communicate the results to suppliers. Promptly communicate NCMs with suppliers and seek corrective actions. Resolve shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Develop procurement strategy for assigned commodities Analyze direct materials spend Identify and quantify containment opportunities Develop and communicate plan Aggressively identify strategic opportunities for effective supply sourcing and management Use lean tools and methodology to identify savings opportunities Lead continuous improvement projects with key suppliers Develop preferred supplier list by commodity and initiate formal requests for quotation or proposal. Measure supplier performance across all key metrics and Identify ways to work with suppliers to improve it Conduct supplier site visits to evaluate production capacity and define plans to improve performance, delivery and other key business criteria. Quality, Delivery, Cost Reductions, Lead-time reduction and Raw Inventory Velocity Interface with all departments to ensure quality standards are met Assist with special projects Protect Company confidential information Strive to promote the Company image at all times Education: Required: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Desirable: APICS, Lean Six Sigma, CPM/CPSM certification Experience & Skills: Highly self-motivated, flexible, reliable, strong work ethic, dependable team player, positive, constructive attitude. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment with experience in supply chain / procurement. Strong knowledge of procurement and negotiating techniques, principles and concepts. Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement. Outstanding business etiquette and procurement ethics. Experience in industrial procurement of castings, machined parts, custom fabrication and other components in the United States, China and other global markets. Strong OSM/OSP experience required. General knowledge and ability to apply continuous improvement techniques to purchasing and related areas. Ability to effectively communicate and present information to suppliers, team members, team leaders and top management. Ability to interact with JWC Managers, Directors and VPs to communicate market trends and business concerns. Attention to detail, while keeping the big picture in focus. Computer skills compatible with standard software (Microsoft Office, SAP). Strong negotiating, communication and analytical skills. Able to travel as required for performing supplier evaluations and order reviews at their factories. Training: JWC will provide product and customer services training as needed. What we offer you $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays 401k plan with a 6% match Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability Health savings account matching Motivating wellness program Employee Assistance Program Paid parental leave Gym reimbursement Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA. Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world. With more than 13’000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive. Join our team now to grow your expertise and develop solutions that truly make a difference! Are you interested in other oppportunities at Sulzer? Feel free to introduce yourself to our team

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