Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Position Overview:
As part of the talented Supply Chain team, you will support the strategic objectives of your assigned commodity globally, and implement local execution plans to achieve supply continuity at the optimal cost.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
* Support Development & Execution of a sourcing strategy to include negotiation, contracting and ongoing supplier value management for continuous improvement. Position will coordinate global activities across multiple sites / business units.
* With assistance from technical staff, lead cross-functional cost down teams to meet company financial objectives, including support activities to create business cases for re-sourcing.
* Manage assigned commodities through global suppliers (including intercompany). Drive transition of spending to low-cost regions when risk and total cost analysis justifies.
* Cultivate supplier relationships; Suppliers must meet cost, payment terms, quality, and delivery requirements to become and maintain approved status.
* Support SQE with supplier development and continuous process improvement, resolve non-conformance quality, delivery, or lead time issues, establish performance scorecard, and facilitate monthly or quarterly business reviews with top tier suppliers. Serve as escalation point for material shortages and resolution.
* Perform key supplier visits as required to evaluate capabilities and technologies with support of supplier quality and engineering.
* Identify and implement accurate standard costs and execute on cost savings opportunities to include price, responsiveness, and agility, while leveraging size and scale of Navico group or Brunswick.
* Lead or participate in cross-functional/cross-organizational sourcing, new product development, and capital projects to achieve revenue and profitable growth objectives.
* Support product and trade compliance and certification to applicable standards (PFAS, ROHS, Prop 65, EPR, etc.).
* Coordinate customs clearance including Great Britain to Northern Ireland deliveries.
* Develop/Utilize tools and processes to comprehend supply volatilities within the supply chain.
* Maintain departmental records, files, and information systems to ensure efficiency and productivity.
* Maintain & Improve Excel based tracking for KPI’s, risks, liabilities related to supply base, savings, etc.
* Negotiate and manage the trade-off between UPPV, Inventory, and EOQ’s.
* Support a culture of inclusion and one team mindset.
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications:
* 5-8 years of supply chain / procurement experience.
* Proven negotiation skills related to cost downs.
* Experience with product/trade compliance, customs clearance, harmonize/commodity codes.
* Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and globally, including the ability to flex to accommodate time zones.
* Strong analytic skills (Microsoft Excel, Power BI, etc.).
* Experience with ERP systems (AS400 preferred).
* Experience in managing multiple cross-functional projects in a fast-paced business environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
* C.I.P.S certification or equivalent preferred.
* Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent CI certification preferred.
* International and domestic logistics knowledge.
* Office environment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
* Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
* The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
* Ability to visit suppliers, manufacturing sites, and other locations to oversee operations and ensure quality standards.
* The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
* Working hours will vary to support global organization.
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business.
Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components.
Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.
Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
Brunswick is committed to providing a workplace that offers equal employment opportunities based solely on merit. Therefore, discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status under applicable local, state or federal law is not tolerated.
Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.
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