There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - MolineFunction: Supply Management / LogisticsTitle: Supply Base Manager - 106019Onsite/Remote: Onsite PositionYour ResponsibilitiesAs a Supply Base Manager on the Hydraulics Strategic Sourcing Team located in Moline, IL you will:
Develop, implement, and manage regional and / or global sourcing strategies for the hydraulic rigid tube, rotary manifold, and sprayer part commodities.
Manage critical supplier relationships with a focus on performance and resiliency.
Drive accountability to cost by negotiating material and pricing agreements.
Collaborate with key stakeholders across units and other organizations to define and execute commodity action plans for capacity and cost reduction.
VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this positionWhat Skills You Need
4 or more years of experience in or working directly with Supply Management
3 or more years of experience planning and leading complex negotiations
3 or more years of experience working cross-functionally and influencing without authority.
3 or more years of experience of analyzing complex information / data sets and making strategic decisions.
3 or more years of experience in roles requiring demonstration of effective communication skills, including the ability to communicate across multiple levels within the organization
What Makes You Stand Out
Experience in contract development, negotiations, and compliance.
Experience managing complex projects.
Experience working with or in multiple functions, units, and / or divisions globally.
Hydraulics commodity knowledge
Experience identifying new opportunities to create efficiencies, value, and/or cost reduction.
EducationIdeally, you will have a Bachelors degree or equivalent related work experience in the following disciplines:
Business/Management, Engineering, Operations, or Supply Management
What You'll GetAt John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fLThe information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination NoticeThe John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.