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Therma-Stor

Supply Chain Manager

Madison, WI · On-site

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing ... Develop risk mitigation strategies to mitigate potential disruptions such as geopolitical, economic ...

Strattec Security Corp.

Category Manager

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

This role reports into the Director of Procurement, Direct Materials. We are transforming our ... Proactively monitor and counteract global market trends and geopolitical factors to fully insulate ...

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.

Commodity Buyer

Waupaca, WI

... Directors recommendations. Supplier Relationship Management: Establishing and maintain strong ... reliability, geopolitical influence, environmental impacts, and potential disruptions. Develop ...

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.

Commodity Buyer

Waupaca, WI · On-site

... Directors recommendations. Supplier Relationship Management: Establishing and maintain strong ... reliability, geopolitical influence, environmental impacts, and potential disruptions. Develop ...

GE HealthCare

Senior Sourcing Manager

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$152K - $153K/yr

Ensure continuity of supply through proactive risk assessment (capacity, allocation, geopolitical ... Direct impact on cost, supply continuity, and product lifecycle for a multi-million-dollar ...

Gehc

Senior Sourcing Manager

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$152K - $153K/yr

Ensure continuity of supply through proactive risk assessment (capacity, allocation, geopolitical ... Direct impact on cost, supply continuity, and product lifecycle for a multi-million-dollar ...

Therma-Stor

Supply Chain Manager

Madison, WI · On-site

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing ... Develop risk mitigation strategies to mitigate potential disruptions such as geopolitical, economic ...

Rockwell Automation

Commodity Manager

Milwaukee, WI · Hybrid

... for direct materials that impacts business performance across Rockwell Automation's Integrated ... Build and execute risk mitigation strategies (dual sourcing, capacity assurance, geopolitical risk)

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What does a director of geopolitical affairs do?

A Director of Geopolitical Affairs analyzes international political and economic trends to advise organizations on risks and opportunities impacting global operations. They monitor geopolitical events, assess their implications for business strategy, and develop plans to mitigate potential threats. This role often involves collaborating with senior leadership, briefing executives, and coordinating with external experts to inform decision-making. Their insights help organizations navigate complex regulatory environments and anticipate changes in foreign markets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of geopolitical affairs?

To thrive as a Director of Geopolitics, you need deep expertise in international relations, risk analysis, and geopolitical strategy, often supported by an advanced degree in political science, international affairs, or a related field. Familiarity with geopolitical risk assessment tools, data analytics platforms, and fluency in multiple languages are typically advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and leadership abilities are critical soft skills for influencing decisions and guiding teams. These skills ensure informed decision-making and effective risk management in a complex and rapidly changing global landscape.

How does a director of geopolitical affairs typically collaborate with cross-functional teams within an organization?

A Director of Geopolitical Affairs frequently works alongside teams such as risk management, legal, government relations, and corporate strategy to assess and mitigate geopolitical risks. This role involves analyzing global events and trends, then communicating findings and recommendations to senior leadership and relevant departments. Effective collaboration ensures that business decisions are informed by up-to-date geopolitical insights, helping the organization proactively respond to emerging challenges and opportunities. Regular meetings, strategic briefings, and cross-departmental projects are common aspects of this collaborative environment.

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Sourcing Director

Stoughton, WI • On-site

Stoughton Trailers, LLC
Trucking • 1 - 5K employees

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Sourcing Director

Stoughton, WI. 53589


Description:


Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and implement a global sourcing strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction, value creation, and supplier-driven innovation.
  • Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base issues to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and utilize emerging opportunities for the betterment of the organization. Monitor and report on trend analysis.
  • Participate in Make/Buy Analysis on continual basis to identify and optimize savings opportunities.
  • Commodity Management guidance: Train and provide tools to support new strategy roll out. Lead Ideation workshops to review current state and future trends to fully support strategies.
  • Act as a center of excellence for the respective commodities through complete understanding of industry, competition, future technologies and innovations.
  • Lead creation and execution of commodity strategies (primary and secondary) that align with the directives of the organization and with respect to risk, quality, delivery and cost.

Supplier Management

  • Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers.
  • Identify and develop supplier relationships with a strong focus on flexibility/agility, quick response times, process flow efficiency, product quality, on time delivery, distribution excellence and supplier reliability.
  • Develop and execute supplier contracts/agreements in alignment with the financial objectives of the organization that will ensure supplier performance excellence.
  • Develop and track CI improvement targets for current and new suppliers to achieve world-class cost, quality, service and delivery levels. Help to identify and implement to achieve cost savings opportunities.

Risk Management

  • Assess and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical, financial, and operational risks.
  • Develop contingency plans for critical supply disruptions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to ensure sourcing strategies support product development and profitability.
  • Drive sustainability and compliance initiatives across the supply base.

Team Development

  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
  • Provide leadership to direct reports in the execution of work plans and short/long term goals. Set, implement department goals in alignment with Global Procurement and Supply Chain goals.
  • Create and lead a team of dynamic Sourcing professionals that create/develop, implement and manage various commodity strategies while mitigating risk, improving quality and lead time while reducing cost. Manage team to execute value optimization as well as innovation.

  • Above is a list of the most important responsibilities and functions, which are essential to the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Accommodations will be evaluated and provided to eligible employees on a case by case basis, depending on the employee's medical restrictions, work availability, the nature of the position, the position's essential functions and other relevant factors.


    Experience:

    • 12+ years in procurement/sourcing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a global manufacturing environment.
    • Proven track record of delivering commodity strategies, cost savings and supplier innovation.





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