Sourcing Specialist

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain, production management, logistics, or a closely related discipline is required.
- 4+ years of experience purchasing a wide range of materials, products, and services in a manufacturing environment.
- Exposure to the principles of lean manufacturing. A thorough knowledge of electronic business enterprise systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interface effectively with vendors and internal/external customers.
- Excellent negotiations skills to secure best value for the company.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and demonstrated experience sourcing commodities like steel, aluminum, electro/electronic and mechanical components, tooling and finished goods.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and hands on execution.
- Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage large and/or difficult suppliers, with complex/diversified portfolios. Ability to resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff.
- Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities.
- New Product Introduction experience is preferred.

Benefits/Salary

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of incumbents in this job classification.