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apg Solutions · 4 hours ago

Global Sourcing Manager

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

apg Solutions is a global manufacturer of POS and cash management solutions. The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective procurement to meet business objectives.

Financial ServicesInformation TechnologyPoint of SaleRetail

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Develop and implement global sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational goals

Identify, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers across multiple regions

Lead the implementation and execution of sourcing strategies for direct spend in assigned categories

Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize spend

Drive procurement optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization, lead time reduction, MOQ (minimum order quantities) and terms optimization, Make vs. Buy analysis, and supplier innovation development

Select, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers

Evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities and seek new sources of technology to support business needs

Perform supplier performance reviews based on cost, quality, delivery, and service

Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives

Monitor and resolve supplier disputes, delivery, performance, or quality issues as last step

Lead contract negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and risk mitigation

Track market trends in commodities and report on potential supply constraints

Achieve year-over-year cost savings and value creation targets

Identify cost-reduction and value engineering opportunities

Assess and mitigate supply chain risks (geopolitical, financial, operational)

Ensure compliance with trade regulations, tariffs, and import/export requirements

Proactively identify and recommend potential alternative sources of supply to support enterprise wide cost savings targets and mitigation of risk to support business continuity plans

Support business continuity and dual-sourcing strategies

Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and finance teams

Support new product introductions and supplier readiness

Drive alignment between sourcing, planning, and operations

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

ERP systemsAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsInternational trade knowledgeContract managementMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime managementProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)

5–10+ years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain

Proven experience negotiating international supplier agreements

A strong understanding of various ERP systems (like Visual, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and their modules (including finance, supply chain, and HR) is essential; knowledge of Infor Visual is a bonus

Strong negotiation and contract management skills

Analytical and financial acumen

Knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, and global logistics

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate