Global Sourcing Project Manager, Indirects

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainable Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees has an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. 

Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com. 
 
Position Summary:
The person(s) hired into this role will contribute to world-class implementations of Global Indirect projects, supply agreements, and center-led category management. The individual will perform as a professional strategic sourcing project manager, act as a corporate representative of the Indirect initiatives, and interact with senior and executive management throughout the company. The primary categories this role will focus on will be Digital / Technology and Capital Expenditures, but there may be additional projects based on business priorities. 
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Identify, prioritize, lead and drive strategic and tactical Indirect Services Strategic Sourcing initiatives across Digital / Technology and CAPEX categories.
•    Improve supply chain performance through risk mitigation, enhanced supplier relationships, negotiation of contracts, and the implementation of tools and methods.
•    Develop capital equipment, machine tools, and industrial automation sourcing strategies, including contract negotiation.
•    Develop enterprise software platforms, cloud migration, and system integrator partner strategies and business cases. Lead the strategic sourcing lifecycle to scope, select, and negotiate in these spaces.
•    Serve as a project manager on high complexity and scale projects, communicating with sponsors directly without oversight, and exemplifying engagement management, stakeholder relationship management, risk management, and delivery management skills. 
•    Manage the development of financial models, define data requirements, identify assumptions, model cost-benefit analysis, and structure storyboards to communicate insights and results of analysis. 
•    Originate and create methodologies, project assets and tools, and ensure maintenance of those assets. Support direction and strategy for functional, industry, or technology methodologies, quality assurance, and toolsets used within the practice. 
•    Define Indirects roadmap through external benchmarking; obtain and analyze market intelligence such as supplier, customer and competitor data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.  
•    Quantitative profile development, data analysis and business case development for strategic sourcing projects (supplier research, master data, market basket analysis, pricing analysis, etc.).
•    Project management of sourcing initiatives from initial opportunity assessment through supplier engagement and implementation.
•    Communication of category strategies and direction to all levels of the organization including Corporate and Dover Operating Companies (OpCos).
•    Vendor management of strategic supplier partnerships and high-level relationships.
•    Develop the rapport and confidence of our internal stakeholders and our suppliers to enhance collaboration and improve project adoption.
•    Monthly/quarterly reporting of KPI’s (savings tracking, price variances, quality, delivery, inventory).
•    Other ad hoc projects and analysis assigned.
•    Must demonstrate commitment to safety & continual improvement of OH&S performance, registered standards, company policy, integrity, ethics and legal compliance.
                                                                                                                                           
Qualifications / Requirements/Desired Characteristics:
•    Candidates should demonstrate at least 5 to 7 years’ experience in at least two of the following areas: Procurement, supply chain, finance, engineering / technical, manufacturing operations, management consulting, and project management. Prior experience in the following categories is a plus: Facilities, Professional Services, IT, Capex, Utilities, and Logistics.
•    Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Science, or Engineering.
•    Experience and training in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, data analysis and/or the procurement processes.
•    Proficiency in all MS Office applications; advanced word processing and database skills a plus –Professional Procurement, Supply Chain and/or Project Management certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, CPM, etc.) a plus.
•    Expert project manager with extensive experience managing enterprise software, cloud and systems integrator sourcing engagements including developing work plans, project scopes, pricing estimates, budget management, issue and risk management, and presenting deliverables.
•    Knowledge of Digital / Technology implementation processes, from requirements gathering through deployment, of large-scale complex solutions.
•    Exceptional written and verbal communication skills include the ability to create impactful and concise executive stakeholder-ready deliverables, and polished stakeholder-facing oral communication skills. 
•    Strong data visualization and analysis skills; comfortable using tools like Excel and PowerBI to analyze data and present key insights in a compelling way. 
•    Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal direction. Ability to create and self-assess priorities.
•    Interest in growing in the role and to grow with Dover.
•    Ability to work in a complex, matrixed, multi-national corporate/subsidiary environment
 
•    Leadership: Demonstrates a high energy level and the capacity to work at a very fast pace. A penchant for action, a “can do” attitude that creates and responds positively to new business ideas and challenges. The ability to lead by example and knowledge.
•    Business Acumen: Has a general management perspective, understands how to develop and deploy information, and conduct financial analysis. Envisions the big picture and is able to breakdown projects into implementable phases, given business priorities and considerations. Exhibits organizational mentoring and decision-making.
•    Communication Skills: Communicates professionally and effectively in all forums, including suppliers, consultants, corporate management, and the internal organizations. Demonstrates exciting presentation skills, written skills, and verbal communication skills. Communicate effectively internally and externally.
•    Project management Skills: Proven ability to effectively lead and deliver projects that span many locations and multiple levels of stakeholders.
•    Creativity: Has the ability to demonstrate leadership to create growth in a company. Has the ability to excel in an environment that experienced fast growth and relishes new business development and dynamic markets.
•    Problem-Solving Mindset: Possesses curiosity and a passion for learning and acquisition of new knowledge. Enjoy assessing and analyzing complex business problems and developing compelling alternatives and solutions. Is capable of problem-solving independently and in collaboration with others.

STATEMENT OF NON-INCLUSIVITY
This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any employee.  The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by the person who is managerially responsible for this position.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid  
Salary Range: $103,000.00   - $120,000.00  

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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