Sourcing Specialist

About the role

Support implementation of commodity sourcing strategy/roadmap to identify and leverage commodity or raw material spend across assigned business unit locations. Support global sourcing strategies on assigned commodities to improve service, quality, and total cost of ownership. Identify risks and work closely with stakeholders to eliminate strategic risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates strategic sourcing activities, ensuring that sourcing decisions align with organizational goals and meet operational needs.
• Analyzes somewhat complex supplier performance data to assess contract compliance, identify risks, and propose improvements to sourcing strategies.
• Applies knowledge of procurement processes to manage supplier relationships, ensuring effective and efficient sourcing of goods and services.
• Coordinates somewhat complex sourcing projects, working with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on procurement goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Support new product development process by managing supplier selection, launch schedules and cost targets.
• Evaluates supplier proposals and pricing strategies, helping to ensure that sourcing decisions are based on cost efficiency, quality, and supplier reliability.
• Identifies opportunities to improve sourcing processes and optimize supplier performance through the implementation of best practices and innovative approaches.
• Communicates with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure expectations are clear, and potential issues are resolved promptly.
• Documents procurement activities, maintaining accurate records for audits, compliance, and internal reporting purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Required Education & Experience

• Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
• Years of Experience: 2-4 years
• Field of Expertise: Supply Chain/Procurement

Preferred Qualifications

• Licenses/Certificates: Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM))
• Years of Experience: 5-7 Years
• Field of Expertise: Supply Chain/Procurement

Skills & Competencies

• Negotiation
• Invoicing
• SAP Applications
• Analytical Skills
• Contract Management
• Supplier Performance Management
• Process Improvement
• Forecasting
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Budgeting
• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Collaborates
• Plans and Aligns
• Nimble Learning
• Customer Focus

Benefits

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave & More