Competitive compensation and benefitsWork-life flexibilityRecognition and rewardsDevelopment and career opportunitiesA safe and inclusive workplaceWhy You Will Love this JobBASIC FUNCTIONSPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the design and implementation of Category Strategy
Lead strategy development through team formation, research, evaluation, and execution
Deliver on risk reduction and increases to service levels
Understand and incorporate industry direction and best practice
Manage key existing vendor relationships and performance
Evaluate and support the additions of new agencies and partners as needed
Guide and mentor peers on strategy and industry best practice
Identify, plan, and execute projects and initiatives focused on achieving TCO reduction goals
Proactively identify future areas of opportunity to address cost, building a pipeline of value to be executed through a variety of professional sourcing approaches
Work closely with and drive supplier VAVE / ideation for cost and value potential
Drive cross-functional engagement
Manage and mitigate against unforeseen cost increases or unfavorable impacts using various negotiation tactics to minimize unfavorable impacts
Support strategic project execution
Strategize and manage the approach to agreement renewals
Cross-functional RFx development, roll-out, and evaluation; including supplier selection, proposal analysis, and negotiation
Raise demand management considerations to ensure effective and efficient spending
Identify contractual needs and establish agreements that accommodate
Support (and contribute to) internal stakeholder timelines and budgets
Support Indirect team improvement initiatives.
Support other improvement projects as required
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Business/Technology
Contract Proficiency
Understanding of business and legal interpretations of contract T&Cs
Proficient in working with Domestic & International Law
Ability to manage complex / sophisticated commercial agreements
Comfortable operating with a high degree of independence on contract negotiations
Collaboration
Understanding potential differing needs between Internal & External customers.
Consistently exceed customer expectations by dealing with internal complexities across multiple business units in
Additional Information
Why Work at Rehlko
Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.
Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.
At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization's success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone's responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!
Kohler (rehlko) · Milwaukee, WI