Global Sourcing Specialist

Costa Farms•Miami, FL

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Global Sourcing Specialist provides project and administrative support and works with the Global Sourcing Manager to ensure proper execution of the production plan. A successful Sourcing Specialist will exhibit timely and accurate project management leadership, coordination, transactional work processing, outstanding cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders as well as suppliers, proactive communication, and timely follow-up to ensure completion of critical tasks and projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in a Supply Chain role.
Working knowledge and comfortable using AI solutions software (ChatGPT/Copilot)
Working knowledge of MRP/ERP Systems.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Ability to problem solve and interact with all levels of management.
A strong analytical mindset.
Active driver’s license required and ability to submit to MVR check.

Responsibilities

Assist Manager with Bidding & Quoting process, communication, document flow; set up meetings and coordinating completed documents.
Ensures proper setup, accuracy and maintenance of Vendor Quote, Business Information Sheet and supporting documents.
Project Management: Supports multiple projects at one time, owned by the Global Sourcing manager.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to gather information and provide analysis as necessary for managing projects.
Assists managers with searches and identify potential new vendors based on category.
Audits procurement execution to make sure it aligns with sourcing plan.
Analyzes and summarizes forecasts based on trends.
Assesses quotes and compiles a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns assigned by the Sourcing Managers.
Vendor management system (VMS) compliance:
Maintains vendors catalog, ensuring up-to-date costing, VMCs, conversions, and lead times.
Achieves and sustains 99% compliance in catalog accuracy.
Maintains a contract database and provides required scheduled and on demand reporting.
Supports the evaluation of market conditions and risk management plans.
Monitors and evaluate vendor performance utilizing established processes and systems.
With the support of the Global Sourcing Manger, meets and develops business relationships with suppliers including in-person meetings and supplier events.
Coordinates contractual support and additional duties as required.