Vactor Mfg - Sourcing Analyst

Job Responsibilities

• Perform critical activities within site ECN workflows to correctly source new purchased components from approved suppliers.
• Prepare and distribute RFQ’s, analyze quotes, select best total cost suppliers, and set up new parts in site ERP systems.
• Participate in identification, qualification, and development of new production suppliers.
• Participate in supplier meetings and occasional on-site supplier visits; limited overnight travel required.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute project plans under the direction of the SBM’s for implementation of on-boarding new suppliers, resourcing parts, or other objectives.
• Must work closely with the plant Buyers/Planners.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with ESG Buyers/Planners, Engineering, Accounting, and suppliers.
• Be comfortable with taking directions from the SBM’s and also be self-directed for certain objectives.
• Participate in supplier problem solving.
• Fluent with contract terms and conditions and able to identify and negotiate away unfavorable terms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration or related field required.
• 5-7 Years Supply Chain experience preferably in the manufacturing environments.
• Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently and effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales and pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Able to handle multiple tasks at one time and to represent the Company effectively and professionally in dealings with suppliers.
• Proficient with MS Office Programs and ERP/MRP system experience required.
• Specific experience with JDE/Oracle, Syteline, and Epicore systems preferred.
• Ability to easily work with people at all levels of the organization, and to establish collaborative relationship with peers.
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiating, follow-through, and accuracy skills are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration or related field required.

Skills

• Ability to work productively, efficiently and effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales and pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Proficient with MS Office Programs and ERP/MRP system experience required.
• Specific experience with JDE/Oracle, Syteline, and Epicore systems preferred.
• Ability to easily work with people at all levels of the organization, and to establish collaborative relationship with peers.
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiating, follow-through, and accuracy skills are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Benefits

• Annual bonus potential.
• Insurance (life, medical, dental, vision).
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems.

Schedule

Not specified.

Pay

Salary Range - $75-90k

Benefits

• Annual bonus potential.
• Insurance (life, medical, dental, vision).
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law.