Global Supplier Development Associate

McCue Corporation is a Bunzl company and the recognized global market leader in asset protection and people safety solutions, cart corrals, barrier systems, crash-rated bollards, and industrial safety products deployed across grocery, retail, warehouse, healthcare, QSR, and industrial environments.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic Supplier Development Associate with a strong background in sourcing manufacturers both domestically and globally. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in sourcing, evaluating, and developing new suppliers to enhance our manufacturing operations. This role requires a combination of operations know-how, strategic thinking, negotiating skills, and a deep understanding of regional manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and qualify potential suppliers globally based on quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with company standards and industry best practices.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms.
• Develop and implement supplier development initiatives to drive performance improvements.
• Lead Global Product Launch Process working with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Procurement, Quality) to address supply chain challenges to align on requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports for senior management.
• Stay updated on market trends and emerging technologies to provide strategic sourcing recommendations.
  
  

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• 2 Years experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Proven Results finding new suppliers and building a relationship
• Technical understanding of engineering drawings
• Ability to obtain and analyze landed costs
• Ability to find and develop new/existing suppliers
• Must be able to travel 10% - 25% both domestically and internally
  
  

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 based on experience, education, and geographical location.

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match
• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.
  
  

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl North America operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… your career, our future.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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