Strategic Sourcing Manager II - Central Operations

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is hiring a Sourcing Manager II to join our Plymouth, MN team! The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization initiatives with experience in spend categories. This highly integrated team oversees a variety of categories including OEM's, Modifiers, Solutions and Aftermarket Commodity categories. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead sourcing strategies, drive operational efficiencies, and contribute to the overall success of our organization. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Hybrid (3-4 days a week in office) Plymouth, MN

What you will do:

• Negotiates supply agreements and ensures vendor relations are solid
• Counters price increase demands and prepares strategies for various commodities
• Creates opportunities for CIP savings and delivers year over year cost savings
• Acts as negotiator when supply deliveries default
• Understands the cost structures of the Supplier base
• Ensures the New Product Introduction (NPI) projects are fully supported with Procurement roles
• Lead product development activities with key suppliers
• Identify/develop strategic OEM supplier relationships
• Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority
• Manage cost reduction programs consistent with Daikin’s business plan
• Confers with Suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule
• Selects products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items
• Estimates values according to knowledge of market price
• Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid
• Prepares purchase orders or bid requests
• Maintains procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories
• Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, suppliers, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action

What’s in it for you:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree – Business or Supply Chain Management preferred
• 5-7 Years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement in HVAC or similar field
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies through strategic sourcing initiatives
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management and supplier relationship management
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets, conduct market research, and make data-driven decisions
• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM, CIPS)

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance  
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service 

The typical pay rate for the position ranges from $90,000.00 - 148,800 + 10% bonus potential) in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position(s) fall. Individual hourly pay rate will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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