Global Sourcing Specialist

ZAH Group • Mansfield, TX

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About The Position

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Are you a detail-oriented supply chain professional with a passion for supplier relationships and process improvement? We are seeking a Global Sourcing Specialist to play a key role in supporting our global sourcing initiatives and driving supply chain excellence! Come join our growing team!

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in supply chain or related field and one year of relevant experience.
• Understanding of supply chain processes and best practices.
• Project management and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated supplier management skills.
• Must be able to work and effectively communicate with all levels of the company and suppliers.
• Ability to lead and effectively manage cross functional teams.
• Drive for continuous improvement.
• Must be able to manage multiple cross functional projects at once.

Nice To Haves

• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certification, or CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, onboard, and manage suppliers as assigned. This includes requesting and checking supplier statements, credit reports, contracts, non-disclosure agreements, supplier extranet setup, freight forwarder setup, and working with the legal team on contract redlines.
• Update and maintain supplier documentation in Agile, Vendorful, and any other relevant systems.
• Develop strong relationships with assigned suppliers.
• Support assigned category managers with tactical and administrative tasks.
• Support assigned category managers with New Product Development (NPD) project tasks.
• Request for Quote (RFQ) creation, submission, monitoring, and analysis; sending and requesting product samples to and from potential suppliers; initial purchase order (PO) requests.
• Analyze system data and check for accuracy, completion, and detail.
• Create cost comparisons and pricing analyses.
• Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of work.

Benefits

• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level