Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist

Resolve operational issues with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Customer Service, Accounting, IT, Warehouse, Operation, Import Documents, and Customs Brokers
Organize and carry out vigorous value improvement & cost improvement programs to achieve company goals
Work with engineering in quoting and sourcing new parts
Negotiate the purchase terms and prices with vendors
Responsible for releasing purchase orders and working with Quality and Engineering for qualification for all new parts
Evaluate the current supplier's cost and quality history, reviewing other supplier options and leading strategic sourcing projects
Administers the necessary reports and documents required to support purchasing activities
Work with Quality and Materials to review and help with the disposition of all defective material received from suppliers when required
Maintain product profiles, material master, cost analysis/landed costs for internal and external use
Work with suppliers to resolve procurement issues including, but not limited to, price, quality, service, and delivery
Work with Product Manager, Sales, and Marketing Team to develop new products
Insure on-time delivery
Coordinate with suppliers to determine material availability and expedite order processing
Coordinate expediting activities, communicates change requirements to vendors, and maintains data integrity within SAP
Coordinate discrepancy resolution (material, shipping, invoice), investigation/resolution of other issues regarding purchase orders
Assist others with special projects as required

Qualifications

• Analytical skills to understand the correlation among sales history, market demand, and forecast while making a sound procurement decision
• Proactive attitude to minimize the company’s risk exposure
• Willing to accept multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years purchasing experience is a plus
• Negotiation of agreements is a plus
• SAP experience is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan + Company Match
• Career Advancement Program, training and development
• Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary Life / AD&D , Employer Provided Life/AD&D
• and More