Marlen, headquartered in Riverside, MO is recognized as a global designer and manufacturer of highly engineered and innovative food processing equipment and systems.  Our premium products have long set the standard for quality and performance in vacuum stuffing and pumping, portioning, size reduction, thermal processing, and food handling.

 

Marlen has been trusted by the world’s leading food brands for 70 years. Our world-class Solution Centers strategically located across the globe allow processors to lean on our highly experienced food processing technologists to develop and test unique solutions for your products.  Marlen is a Duravant Company, headquartered in Downers Grove, IL.   Duravant is a global engineered equipment company with manufacturing, sales and service facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

 

This position description identifies the major responsibilities of this job. It does not include all aspects of the position such as the potential additional duties assigned by supervisors and the requirement for flexibility in helping others for the company's overall benefit.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Select, evaluate, and manage new vendor partnerships while driving purchase price variance (PPV). Develop an understanding of the big-picture objectives and business strategy. Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders and senior management, along with data analytics, to solve problems and achieve business goals. Possesses strong leadership qualities, time management, contracting and negotiation skills. Responsible for implementing strategic sourcing initiatives.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research and develop supplier specific strategies in accordance with organization’s vision and goals. Partner with stakeholders, department managers and senior management to understand business needs. Manage supplier selection, using best practices throughout the negotiation, contracting, and onboarding process. Deliver Purchase Price Variance (PPV) versus plan. Establish requirements, scope, and criteria for new suppliers. Develop a process to ensure that new vendor onboarding includes first article inspections.  Collaborate with purchasing to develop vendor compliance programs. Manage sourcing activities including gathering quotations, analyzing bids, negotiating supply programs, and recommending supplier allocations for the procurement of materials, supplies, tools, and services. Drive success in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively with suppliers, internal customers, peers, and senior management. Serve as a key member of the core team determining “make-or-buy” decisions. Work directly with engineering leaders to execute value engineering projects. Other assigned duties

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Engineering-technical background a plus. 8-10 years procurement and materials management experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Strong analytical skills and Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite (full proficiency in MS Excel) Experience utilizing an ERP system (Syteline preferred) Strong Project Management skills Strong understanding of fabrication processes to include machining tolerances, welding and other fabrication techniques. Have the ability to analyze a vendor’s ability to manufacture components. Background with metal fabrication from a part level to welded assemblies. Certified in Production and/or Inventory Management (APICS/CPIM) preferred Experience purchasing in a manufacturing environment. Proven track record of cost savings and implementation of modern supply chain management approaches such as JIT, lean manufacturing, and Vendor Managed Inventory Solid understanding of cost accounting, cash flow, and inventory turns Approximately 25% travel may be required.

 

COMPETENCIES:

Effective negotiation, communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and planning skills Good mathematical aptitude and sound quantitative skills Ability to effectively handle multiple projects on a timely basis; and perform under pressure. Ability to maintain confidential information, problem-solve, and exercise sound judgment and discretion. Effective organization, planning, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize work while meeting strict deadlines. Interpret market trends and industry evolution and determine how to effectively meet or mitigate those challenges

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment includes front-office and manufacturing.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:

Competitive wages with growth opportunity. Shared company-paid premium health benefits with buy-up options. Company-paid telemedicine (general medicine) program. Company paid Long-term Disability Plan and Basic Life and AD&D. 401(k) employer matching plan. Three weeks of paid leave and 10 paid holidays. Educational Assistance Program that pays for job-related tuition assistance, training, course registration and exam fees (up to $5,250 per calendar year per eligibility requirements). Company discount program for you and your family (e.g., concerts, sporting events, health and wellness, travel, gifts and more!). Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that assists with guidance on childcare, financial planning, pet care and more. Driven Team Members: We have a cross-functional, collaborative environment, focused on delivering results. Customer-centric: We have long-standing valued customers and differentiate ourselves by providing them with exceptional services. Culture: We are driven by our number one asset, our employees, and their successes!

 

Marlen International (“Marlen”) maintains a drug-free workplace is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law. The "EEO is the Law" poster is available at: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should contact Marlen Human Resources Department to request accommodation. In addition to federal law requirements, Marlen complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. Must satisfactorily pass background check, post-offer drug screen, and physical prior to employment. Marlen participates in E-Verify.