Sourcing Specialist I

Kelvion Products Inc•Catoosa, OK

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist improves the supply chain or purchasing operations of a company or business. The job duties include working with suppliers and vendors to negotiate contracts and improving processes related to receiving parts and inventory. The goal is to reduce costs and improve delivery time for your company. This position often works with upper-level management to ensure that the supply chain remains in alignment with the needs of the company.

Requirements

Demonstrated integrity with strong business and personal ethics.
Self-starting team player who demonstrates an attitude reflective of the Kelvion operating values.
Strong business and personal ethics.
Conflict resolution and coaching ability.
Ability to drive and implement change as needed.
Strong ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Maintain a sourcing strategy on where to purchase, considering demand and supply situations, while minimizing risk and costs
Purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors.
Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers
Negotiate with suppliers on products, service levels, prices, and payment terms.
Responsible for managing all supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources; forecast data, monitor and address supplier quality and delivery performance; track internal demand and material assets to optimize purchase.
Coordinate job requirements as needed with engineering and sales.
Prepare Request for Quotations (RFQs) to obtain competitive bids from approved sources.
Engage suppliers strategically.
Control operating cash flow.
Utilize contract language to recover supplier induced costs.