Supplier Execution Leader

Role Overview

Copeland is seeking a highly motivated Procurement Professional to join our dynamic Business Unit Procurement team. The Supplier Execution Leader will support supplier execution activities aligned with plant operational requirements, reporting directly to North America’s Business Unit Procurement Leadership and working closely with Copeland’s Enterprise Supply Chain, Business Group Procurement, and Operations teams.

• Monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery, shipment execution, and continuity of supply for plant operations.
• Analyze supplier forecasts, capacity, inventory, and shipment schedules to proactively identify and mitigate supply risks and shortages.
• Drive supplier accountability through regular communication, performance reviews, and issue resolution activities.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Logistics, and Supplier Quality teams to resolve delivery constraints and improve supplier execution performance.
• Support recovery plans and escalation activities for material shortages, late deliveries, and other supply disruptions.
• Track and improve key supplier performance metrics including OTD, lead time adherence, backlog, and responsiveness.
• Support implementation and execution of commodities and procurement strategies across assigned suppliers and commodities.
• Develop strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on business priorities and operational requirements.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on supplier performance, risks, and execution status to procurement and operations leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in tactical sourcing, procurement, or a related field.
• Comprehensive understanding of the purchase order lifecycle, cost/price analysis, and logistics processes.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and resolve operational challenges.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% as required.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with tracking systems and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.

The role is based fully onsite at Sidney, Ohio, or Lebanon, Missouri. The position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work and requires travel up to 15%.

• Medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

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