Allison Transmission
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JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program
Leads a cross-functional, commodity team in the development and implementation of strategies and goals for assigned commodities, in support of business objectives related to quality assurance, technology/new product development, risk mitigation, and total cost.
Leads efforts for supplier analysis and selection processes, make/buy, outsourcing, and transitions. Act as project manager in various types of continuation/product support projects.
Establishes sourcing strategies by proactively reviewing supplier performance and conducting supplier and part number rationalization and segmentation initiatives.
Develops and manages working relationships with both internal functions and suppliers to manage resolution of supplier issues.
Leads supplier negotiations in support of executing supply agreements and ensuring supplier’s conformance to company’s terms and conditions. Continuously monitors agreements and expectations. Partners closely with legal department in working contract language.
Develops implementation and transition plans to ensure sourcing benefits for the assigned commodities are fully realized.
Provides rigorous analysis of commodity spend data, market trends, and dynamics to prioritize and launch sourcing initiatives within designated spend categories.
Manages the supply chain by monitoring, reporting, and providing direction on issues which could affect quality, delivery, or pricing.
Presents to senior management procurement opportunities and associated analysis that are aligned with corporate strategic plans and cost reduction initiatives.
Mentors less experienced peers in sourcing strategies, managing commodity categories, further developing supplier relationships and more.
Adheres to corporate and procurement policies and procedures.
Maintains a physical presence in the workplace.
Productivity
Quality
Responsiveness
Cost
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate orally and in written format in cross-functional environments, including senior management level.
Mastery of supply chain principles.
Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
Ability to interpret technical drawings or specifications.
High degree of interpersonal skills to effectively lead, motivate and facilitate others in group setting.
High level of analytical ability to assess and identify appropriate alternative courses of action for definition and resolution of problems or opportunities.
Advanced problem solving skills.
Collaborates in a variety of work settings.
Wide degree of creativity and latitude.
Knowledge of AIAG standards or processes.
Ability to organize, plan, document projects or assignments, and prioritize work.
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD)
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
3 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Scope
Manages assignments and workload with a reasonable level of autonomy; daily tasks are typically self-directed and associated priorities are generally self-determined.
Performs a variety of complex tasks, with a reasonable scope of work and span of control expected at this career level.
Travel Requirements
Up to 10%
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at Ask4Max@allisontransmission.com.
Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
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