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Job Description

Performs supply chain and logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution. Creates integrated processes among internal functions such as operations, purchasing and logistics, and outside suppliers. Focuses resources on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various production processes and establishes key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goals on a regular basis. Promotes alignment by understanding and communicating customer needs and requirements throughout the organization.

Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers, and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use. Conducts full development life cycle including interviews of users, development of requirements documents, creating design specifications and implementation of requirements. Drive ongoing supplier optimization and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in a procurement/purchasing role.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex project plans.

• Experience with acquisition integration activities or NPI implementations.

• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally 2-3 weeks per quarter (20%).

• Experience with a variety of Oracle business applications.

• Demonstrated ability to lead with influence, build effective relationships and rapport.

Responsibilities

• Requires in-depth knowledge and experience with own area of responsibility.

• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services.

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions.

• Works independently, receives minimal guidance.

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

• Executes supply chain integration strategy.

• Structured analysis of supply chain (cost, single source, complexity, risk, etc.) and develop actions to mitigate.

• Ensure complete item attributes and MRP data hygiene throughout the acquisition project.

• Manage supplier-to-supplier component transitions as needed.

• Facilitate Make vs. Buy justifications.

• Define and execute process for purchase agreements, forecasting, demand planning.

• Measure performance and report progress to executive leadership.

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

The salary range for this position (inclusive of sales incentives/commission) is $54,100.00 - $100,500.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.