Regional Sr. Procurement Buyer Senior

• Remote or hybrid for Milwaukee, Dallas, Jefferson City, MO
  
  

At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 13,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

Position Description

The Regional Senior Procurement Buyer oversees plant procurement activities for assigned categories across all regional Data Center plants to achieve total value for the business. This critical role leads procurement activity at plant operations with primary partnerships in global commodity management, supplier quality, engineering, materials planning/logistics, and external suppliers. 

The main responsibilities involve vendor management, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) data maintenance, data analysis, sourcing implementation, and cost reduction project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing implementation for new product programs and other sourcing plans.
• Support supplier negotiations (price, schedules, and terms and conditions).
• Lead ‘voice of the plants’ feedback and data collection and partnership with Global Commodity Managers in development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Lead sourcing activities not handled by Global Commodity team.
• Support negotiation of contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings, improve quality, and ensure favorable terms for Modine.
• Build relationships with suppliers and partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive high performance in cost, quality, delivery, and service level.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify, evaluate and execute cost reduction plans.
• Monitor vendor and internal scorecards as well as and work to improve all Procurement KPIs. 
• Lead Procurement ERP data activities, including pricing and other data points necessary to ensure proper costs are incurred by the business.
• Lead resolution of supplier issues such as invoicing discrepancies, delivery delays, communication gaps, and quality concerns to mitigate overall supplier risk.
• Analyze spending data, identifying and leading improvement initiatives.
• Assist with integrating new acquisitions as requested.
• Ensure compliance with Modine's procurement policies, ethical sourcing guidelines, and relevant industry regulations.
  
  

Required Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commodity management.
• Proven track record of successful negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.
  
  

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being

Day One

• Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

After 90 days of continuous employment

• Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
• 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
• Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)
  
  

Financial Benefits

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability
  
  

Work-Life Balance

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

To view full benefits information: MyModine Benefits

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.