Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Generates raw material forecasts from complex sets of data and analysis of various feedstock markets.
• Manages all supply chain factors of total cost for assigned commodity and divisions consistent with divisional business plans.
• Coordinates with global counterparts to execute common, Global Market Analysis and Commodity Strategies.
• Development of material strategies that mitigate financial and business risk for the divisions.
• Initiates and leads material cost savings activities through divisional workplans.
• Acts as top commercial agent for divisional business unit with responsibility for all purchased material and services costs.
• Works closely with R&D/Material Technology teams to ensure alignment with the supply base and technologies.
• Acts as the primary interface with the supply base for all commercial matters.
• Creation and execution of Purchase & Supply Agreements (contracts).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or inventory management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and inventory management software.

Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.