Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Join the Lippert Team!

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Overview

Join the Lippert Team! Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Strategic

Sourcing

The Lippert Automotive Aftermarket team is hiring a Strategic Sourcing professional to add to their team to assist in international vendor and materials sourcing. This position is remote and report into our CURT facility in Eau Claire, WI.

Responsibilities

• Complete Supplier Evaluation and Selection
• Develop an approved source list (ASL). A curated roster of pre-vetted vendors who meet your organization’s standards for quality, reliability, compliance, and capability
• Be the liaison between Lippert and the Suppliers to successful launch new product on time within Budget or price targets.
• Negotiation and Contract Management
• Cost optimization - cost reduction
• Market Analysis
• Works directly with cross-functional teams leading collaboration and adoption of Lippert Vendor Compliance standards.
• Manage the vendor’s performance. Cost, Quality, Delivery, Service and compliance

Qualifications

• BS is recommended but not required. Historical working career background will be considered.
• Towing, RV and or Marine products background a plus but not required.
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft based software utilities.
• Sourcing in a production environment

Preferred Education And Experience

• College Degree (Associates or Bachelors)
• Buying or sales experience
• Demonstrated relationship building with key internal teams
• Previous experience with Maintenance, Operations and Facilities

Travel

Travel independently, domestically as well as globally up to 10% of time.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This role does not offer employment sponsorship now or in the future.

Why We Are Different

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What

You Will Get

• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as…