Sourcing and Supply Management Lead- Global Logistics and Trade Compliance

Indirect Procurement Lead – Global Logistics & Trade (Milwaukee, WI or York, PA)

Join Harley-Davidson Motor Company as a Lead Supply Management professional in the Global Logistics & Trade organization. Harley-Davidson is building more than machines; we focus on innovation, evolution, and emotion. If you’re ready to help lead our industry, apply now.

This position will lead and support all aspects of Global Logistics, Warehousing & Trade sourcing, contracting, and procurement strategies.

• Lead the development and execution of category plans and global sourcing strategies, leveraging industry trends, market insights, and spend analytics.
• Align procurement goals with business objectives and operational needs.

• Ensure cost‑effective buying channels and strategies are in place for assigned spend categories.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on savings, efficiencies, and supplier performance.

• Mitigate supply chain risks by developing contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety, quality, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Ensure carrier compliance with contractual obligations and applicable trade regulations.

• Lead sourcing events (RFI, RFP, RFQ), including bid evaluation, supplier selection, and award recommendations.
• Negotiate complex contracts and statements of work (SOW) in collaboration with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to company policies.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with logistics service providers, including freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers.
• Lead business reviews with key suppliers to assess performance, service levels, and align future goals, initiatives, and continuous improvement opportunities.

• Build & maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to proactively identify needs, resolve issues, and improve service levels.
• Facilitate cross‑functional meetings to align supplier capabilities with business needs and strategic goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders (e.g., Supply Chain, Finance, Legal) and logistics suppliers.

• Own and implement indirect procurement processes and best practices.
• Benchmark supplier performance against industry standards and drive improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and service enhancement through supplier collaboration.

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or an advanced degree is preferred.

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience.
• Experience sourcing and managing logistics services providers across multiple transportation modes, including air, road, rail & ocean.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage contracts with carriers and freight forwarders, ensuring alignment with service level agreements and cost targets.
• Track record of identifying and implementing cost‑saving opportunities through mode optimization, supplier consolidation, and strategic negotiations.
• Exposure to a global supply base.

• Works independently, requiring guidance only on the most complex situations.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with a focus on cost reduction and efficiency.
• Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams…