About this role
About the Role Copeland is seeking a Supplier Execution Leader to support supplier execution aligned with plant requirements. This role collaborates with Operations, Planning, Supply Chain, and Supplier Quality to drive supplier performance, improve on-time delivery, and ensure supply continuity across assigned commodities. Based in Sidney, OH or Lebanon, MO, this role reports to North America BU Procurement Leadership.
What You'll Do
- Monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery, shipment execution, and continuity of supply for plant operations
- Analyze supplier forecasts, capacity, inventory, and shipment schedules to proactively identify and mitigate supply risks and shortages
- Drive supplier accountability through regular communication, performance reviews, and issue resolution activities
- Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Logistics, and Supplier Quality teams to resolve delivery constraints and improve supplier execution performance
- Support recovery plans and escalation activities for material shortages, late deliveries, and other supply disruptions
- Track and improve key supplier performance metrics including OTD, lead time adherence, backlog, and responsiveness
- Support implementation and execution of commodities and procurement strategies across assigned suppliers and commodities
- Develop strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on business priorities and operational requirements
- Provide timely and accurate reporting on supplier performance, risks, and execution status to procurement and operations leadership
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in tactical sourcing, procurement, or a related field
- Comprehensive understanding of the purchase order lifecycle, cost/price analysis, and logistics processes
- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and resolve operational challenges
- Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Proven experience working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic and fast-paced setting
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% as required
Nice to Have
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience with tracking systems and maintaining comprehensive project documentation
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, Word, Access, and PowerPoint
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary not disclosed
- Benefits not listed