Supply Management Lead – Remote

Auto req ID: 24873
Title: Supply Management Lead – Remote
Job Function: Materials and Procurement
Location: Remote
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
We maximize employee flexibility and well-being through a virtual mindset that supports our highly distributed, global workforce. We take an outcome-focused, people-centered approach to winning, including welcoming the best talent – wherever they may be.
This remote role is not tightly linked to a physical location and provides flexibility in where, when and how you accomplish your work. Remote employees are expected to have a dedicated, quiet and distraction-free work space and an internet connection that’s sufficient for completing their job remotely.
Job Summary
This leadership role is integral to the product development process, transforming new product designs into tangible parts through strategic project management on a part-by-part basis. This position ensures timely delivery while maintaining cost, quality, and fostering robust supplier relationships. As a lead, you will represent the Supplier in internal H-D discussions and act as the key liaison between H-D and its Suppliers. Your accountability extends to nurturing effective supplier relationships and ensuring seamless part delivery to guarantee overall program success.
Job Responsibilities

Focus on Quality, Cost, Timing – Lead and oversee negotiation with suppliers and internal stakeholders to align on best value for H-D in support of the organization’s goals. Partner with Engineering and Supplier Quality counterparts to ensure execution of actions to meet part level deliverables.

Project/Supplier Management – Lead and oversee the management and alignment of supplier critical path plans to meet all project milestones. Drive on-time component development with key stakeholders (Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Program Management), advocating for supplier and Supply Chain required lead times. Responsible to escalate issues as they arise throughout the part development process and oversee, create, and execute recovery plans.

Manage Internal and External Stakeholder Requirements – Manage and coordinate internal and external stakeholder requirements throughout all Product Development phases by using standard tools such as prints, SOWs, RFQs, PRDs, PPAP Checklists, etc.. Key stakeholders include Suppliers, Engineering, Regulatory, Functional Safety, Quality, Supply Chain, Packaging, Manufacturing.

Provides informal guidance to new Supply Management team members and impacts the work of others within the group.

Lead and oversee the development, implementation, and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) within supply chain management to drive performance and performance improvements. This includes analyzing data to identify trends, ensuring KPIs align with strategic goals, and collaborating with suppliers to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Education Requirements

HS Diploma or GED Required

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Experience Requirements
Required

Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience

Demonstrated knowledge of Product Development and key business drivers such as Developmental Purchasing, Indirect Procurement, Supply Base, or Supply Chain

Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a group and / or team and provide guidance to new team members

Preferred

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Motorcycle riding experience and knowledge in Harley-Davidson motorcycles and accessories.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.
The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.
We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson .
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 10 – 25%
Pay Range: $92,000 – 142,600
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance
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