Procurement Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Buyer responsible for sourcing outsourced parts for Powersports vehicles. The role involves independently negotiating with suppliers, evaluating responses, and making sourcing decisions to ensure optimal value and cost targets. The position manages a $25M annual outsource spend, has no direct or indirect reports, and focuses on supplier proposals, quotations, and cost mitigation. Working conditions include frequent desk work, occasional travel, and adherence to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Creating and executing supplier and commodity strategies
• Supporting design specifications to optimize costs
• Expanding supply bases
• Maintaining positive supplier relationships
• Representing the company in supplier interactions
• Requesting and reviewing quotations
• Supporting cost analysis efforts
• Developing sourcing strategies to achieve cost reductions, mitigation, and meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals
• Assisting in selecting manufacturing layouts and sourcing options, considering quality, cost, and delivery factors
• Collaborating with design engineers to influence specifications for cost efficiency
• Supporting team projects and developing tools for accurate cost estimation

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with 2+ years of related experience, preferably in the Powersports or automotive sectors.

Skills

• Strong communication
• Negotiation
• Analytical thinking
• Confidentiality
• Knowledge of market and technical specifications
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to manage confidential information

Benefits

Competitive compensation, benefits, career growth, and additional support programs.