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We, at Leggett and Platt Inc., are searching for a Supply Chain Director of Sourcing within our Beddingteam to help support our Adjustable Bedbusiness. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? Thats right! In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Supply Chain Director of Sourcing, you will have the opportunity to provide leadership and oversight for the direct materials for our multi-site organization. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by leading and managing the sourcing team responsible for creating sourcing strategies that include expanding our supply base geographically, multi-sourcing, removing barriers and obstacles, ensuring timely execution of sourcing plans, and reporting of savings that meet or exceed goals defined by the business. The team you will be working with is collaborative, close knit, and values challenging work and diversity of thought.

So, what will you be doing as a Supply Chain Director of Sourcing?

• Lead team of sourcing professionals to strategic outcomes and savings delivery
• Responsible for development, implementation, and communication of global sourcing strategies to ensure standard approach across all commodities.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, conducting negotiations to secure advantageous terms and ensure the continuity of supply.
• Interact with product management/sales to ensure new parts are sourced and available in time for purchasing requirements.
• Work closely with the Director of Supply Chain - Planning and Procurement on product needs.
• Conduct in-depth cost analyses and set benchmarks for quality and cost, employing a data-driven approach to track savings and efficiencies gained.
• Understand geographical country sourcing into our multi-site manufacturing locations
• Monitor global market trends, identifying impacts on supply and demand, and adjusting strategies to leverage market conditions.
• Drive the evaluation and selection of new suppliers based on thorough criteria for quality, value, and reliability.

To be successful in this role, youll need:

• Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing a team and fostering professional development.
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Strong project management abilities, capable of leading cross-functional initiatives and driving change.
• Proven leadership skills, including the ability to effectively coach, motivate, empower, develop, and evaluate employees.
• 5-10 Years Experience in a sourcing role in the manufacturing industry.
• Bachelors degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Things we consider a plus:

• Experience with a variety of commodities, including electronics and steel sourcing.

What to Do Next

Now that youve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work and speaking the truth - good or bad.
• Do Great WorkTogether occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett and Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, wed love the opportunity to consider you.

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