Peerless: having no equal; matchless, unrivaled. At Peerless, a Grundfos subsidiary, our team of experts come together with a common passion for manufacturing sustainable pumps that provide peace of mind. Our pumps create more reliable food supplies, clean and safe water, and keep life and property safe around the globe. For nearly a century, the Peerless brand has helped keep people safe where they live, work, and play. We are Pioneers. We are united. We are Peerless! Join our united team!

• Identify potential new suppliers with manufacturing capabilities and business models that match Peerless business needs - specific to casting and fabrication commodities.
• Conduct supplier visits, establishing initial vendor relations and evaluating potential future business relations.
• Working with legal counsel to ensure that all contracts relating to product procurement contain all details of the negotiation.
• Prepare RFQ package and manage the process.
• Conduct detailed supplier audits to gauge full capability, performance and business fit, and make recommendations for the next steps.
• Manage parts sampling and approval process for select suppliers.
• Lead full boarding of selected new suppliers.
• Conduct new supplier performance evaluation.
• Participate in performance management of existing supply base.
• Implementing inventory optimization strategies within the company.
• Guide supplier improvement initiative if deemed necessary.
• Assessing quotes and compiling a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns, utilizing Total Cost of Ownership concept (TOCO).
• Key member of Peerless cross-functional sourcing team for castings & Fabrications.