What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing Manager position at Dyno Nobel?
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You’ll Do
As a Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for safety performance monitoring and improvement initiatives with strategic vendors assigned under the initiation systems (IS) Category. You will leell· ad the continuous development, implementation, and alignment of category strategies and supplier network capabilities both globally and regionally for assigned commodities and spend categories. Other duties include:
- Responsible for the identification and delivery of cost savings and the integration of process improvement initiatives into business operations
- Responsible for implementation of Trade Working Capital (TWC) improvement initiatives, in both inventory and payment terms.
- Support the Sourcing Function with initiatives, deliberate negotiations, and consistent internal communications.
- Contract drafting, negotiation, approval, execution, and implementation in SAP.
Responsible for the S2P (Source to Pay) process implementation.
Develop baseline and perform opportunity analysis to identify and critically assess projects that will deliver significant cost savings and value improvement.
Identify, develop, and foster strategic business relationships to create opportunities and gain a comprehensive understanding of business requirements.
Maintain and provide a current understanding of industry best practices and technology trends to team members and business partners and incorporate these best practices into business processes where appropriate.
Direct the development and negotiation of complex agreements with suppliers ensuring that key program specifications and functional objectives are met
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Manage governance and control programs to ensure business continuity, protect company assets, and comply with corporate and regulatory policies.
Ensure organizational financial goals are met, including budget and savings
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Finance or Engineering, ideally with a manufacturing or chemicals focus
MBA, Procurement or Finance Specialization preferred.
5 years’ experience in Contract and Supplier Management, Project management and/or Strategic Sourcing in a large complex organization, ideally with a manufacturing focus.
Experience in leading cross functional teams, often spanning several geographical locations.
Understanding of contract law to ensure consistent compliance.
Ability to manage and enhance supplier relationships, performance, and development programs.
Clear understanding of relevant supply markets.
Understanding of domestic and international freight, air and ocean, and Incoterms.
Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player
What We Offer:
- 3 weeks vacation time 12 paid holidays PTO days
- Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
- Matching 401K
- Generous tuition reimbursement program
- Friendly and supportive coworkers
Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
*Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.*
