Global Sourcing and Cost Out Manager

The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!


Global Sourcing and Cost Out Manager

Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL or Bradenton, FL (Hybrid)
Base Salary Rate: $125,804.00 - $148,005.00
Job type: Full-time

About This Role
As Global Sourcing and Cost Out Manager at KGS, you will be responsible for all Supply Chain related activities from the supplier selection, component identification, ensuring supply continuity, and ensuring the program schedule is met for all New Product Introduction (NPI) projects within a given business unit. This role is also tasked with generating value, productivity, and achieving financial commitments through the execution of unmatched negotiations and VAVE initiatives across a given business unit’s NPI programs.
Key Responsibilities

• Monitor product availability and identify supply risks or shortages
• Drive sourcing and cost for support overall BU NPI Cost targets
• Take ownership and follow-through on cost, quality, and delivery commitments for a given BU’s NPI cost targets
• Coordinate with Product Mngt to identify critical SKUs per business and drive cost actions
• Identify new VAVE opportunities and program manage with engineering and sourcing team
• Owner of passport process for most cost reduction projects
• Engage with Engineering team to ensure supplier design is cost-effective and easily sourced
• Lead dual-sourcing initiatives to ensure component availability and competition
• Negotiate and award contracts in support of new product launches
• Aligns sourcing decisions with global commodity strategy.
• Develops supply chain plans and quality management measures for new products
• Work with the commodity team for supplier selection and implement sourcing decisions
• Lead continuous improvement and standardization events
• Executes value analysis of new product supply chain operations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of experience in Sourcing electronics components, resins, metals in manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience in Value engineering projects
• 3+ years of experience in program management

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Office, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Microsoft ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Power BI, JDE (SAP support) systems a plus
• Any Fire industry experience is greatly preferred
• Electronic sourcing or RFQ experience is desired
• Ability to work on complex problems in a nebulous environment
• Engage with program team daily and provide solutions to potential risks
• Relentless drive to overachieve, outstanding team player, strategic vision with ability to execute
• Strategic negotiator with keen ability to develop supplier relationship in support of cost reduction
• Strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrating creativity and technical expertise.
• Ability to influence, collaborate and work across all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.
• High degree of independence
• Travel <25%


Compensation and Benefits
Individuals may be eligible