Manufacturing Sourcing Specialist

Huber Technology, Inc.•Denver, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Uses technical knowledge to perform various purchasing activities. As a member of the purchasing team, the Sourcing Engineer will support all HUS departments while working within established guidelines. The position requires a technical and mechanically proficient candidate, able to source previously unknown items through their own previously established network and experience. This is a hands-on, engineering-based sourcing role in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Engineering Discipline required.
2 or more years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing facility with field-tested experience in purchasing and supply chain management required.
Strong negotiation skills.
Experience using IFS, SAP, or similar CAD programs.
Knowledge of word processing, advanced spreadsheet, and database maintenance with a working knowledge of MS PowerPoint.
Ability to pass a drug test, background check as it relates to the role, and completion of an I-9 form.

Responsibilities

Identify and assess potential suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and capacity.
Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure favorable agreements.
Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure procured materials meet specified standards.
Stay updated on market trends, material prices, and new suppliers to inform procurement strategies.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers for effective communication and collaboration.
Work with engineering, production, and finance teams to align procurement strategies with overall company goals.
Implement sustainable procurement practices and evaluate suppliers based on their environmental impact.
Continuously seek ways to improve procurement processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Enter, review, and verify data in the database for accuracy, while maintaining purchasing files, reports, and price lists.
Track documentation, requisitions, contracts, and orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Process purchase orders, create reports, and manage inventory, including verifying shipments and matching purchase orders with received goods.
Train employees on software tools and assist technical staff with computer and software issues.
Collaborate with technical and engineering departments to suggest cost-effective purchasing strategies and optimize supply chain management.
Research and document rules affecting purchases, execute make-or-buy analyses, and establish efficient supplier networks.
Generate procurement reports for materials, create picklists for shipping, and prepare inventory transfer forms.
Identify and select new suppliers as needed and perform other assigned duties.