Global Sourcing Specialist

Costa Farms, LLC•Miami, FL

3h•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 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.
All applicants must be work-authorized.
Costa Farms will not sponsor any visa for this position.

Responsibilities

Support the management of multiple projects at one time, owned by the Global Sourcing manager.
Plan, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, and provide analysis as necessary for managing projects.
Search and identify potential new vendors based on category.
Audit procurement execution to make sure it aligns with sourcing plan.
Analyze and summarize forecasts based on trends.
Assess quotes and compile a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns assigned by the Sourcing Managers.
Ensure Vendor Management System (VMS) compliance.
Maintain a contract database and provide required scheduled and on-demand reporting.
Support and coordinate contract review and execution process with central sourcing, account leadership, suppliers and required client representatives.
Support the evaluation of market conditions and risk management plans.
Monitor and evaluate vendor performance utilizing established processes and systems.
Administer SPM process coordinating with internal and external contributors and prepare reports for internal and external (suppliers and clients) stakeholders.
With the support of the Global Sourcing Manager, meet and develop business relationships with suppliers including in-person meetings and supplier events.
Coordinate contractual support and additional duties as required.