Team Leader, Supply Chain, Valves

The Team Lead, Supply Chain is responsible for managing all aspects of new and existing supply chain for their specific assigned commodities. Responsible for ensuring the quality and uninterrupted supply of raw materials, semi‑finished products, and components along with auxiliary plant equipment, spare parts and services for Belimo Customization (USA) provided by third‑party companies.

• Procure finished goods, raw materials, semi‑finished products and components, auxiliary plant equipment, and spare parts and services.
• Manage high‑level projects and contract negotiations which require an advanced level of comprehension of both the commercial side and the manufacturing process related to all aspects of valve manufacturing and distribution.
• Provide leadership to the responsible team in everyday operations to ensure optimum supply availability.
• Coach and mentor the team by delegating tasks in projects to build up supply chain knowledge.
• Utilize market research and investigate potential new sources of supply with worldwide suppliers.
• Establish and develop excellent relationships with suppliers.
• Lead and manage sourcing projects.
• Validate new and existing suppliers, benchmark, always considering Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Manage and optimize the supply chain for all responsible suppliers.
• Ensure top quality products are purchased with on‑time delivery and excellent pricing as a priority.
• Be responsible for the accuracy of commodity‑specific purchasing data in the SAP system.
• Support the Purchasing Manager with tasks for continued team success such as interviewing, training, team building, and developing team goals/objectives.
• Serve as the primary contact for escalation of difficult issues or disputes with internal customers or vendors, as needed.

• BS Degree in Business or a technical field (Mechanical Engineering or related technical degree preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of purchasing and optimizing supply chain with direct manufacturers of control valves or similar technology.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and mentor others successfully in a team environment and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Strategic sourcing experience with international and domestic suppliers.

Belimo is the global market leader in the development, production, and marketing of field devices for the energy‑efficient control of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Damper actuators, control valves, sensors, meters, and gas monitors make up the company’s core business. Founded in 1975, Belimo employs approximately 2,400 people in over 80 countries and is listed on the Swiss Exchange (SIX) since 1995.

Belimo is committed to paying all employees fairly, equitably, and transparently. The base pay for this position ranges from $95,000 – $115,000 annually with a target performance bonus of 15% of an employee’s annual base salary. Compensation is based on several factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Belimo is a total compensation company which includes a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of medical, financial, and other competitive benefits.

Belimo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship such as H1B, TN, E‑3, STEM OPT.

Location:

United States of America, Danbury – Department:
Purchasing (Planning/Distribution);
Job Type: Permanent;
Flexibility:
Hybrid;
Recruiter:
Shannon Giandalone.