Sourcing Specialist Indirect

allnex•East Saint Louis, IL

9d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a high performer who wants to be a valued contributor and member of a talented and dynamic team. As a Sourcing Specialist Indirect, you will be responsible for MRO, Capex, plant services, working to provide assistance and support in the day- to-day tasks. The role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing while maintaining high-quality standards. You’ll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who – as part of one of the world’s leading coating resins companies – serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in Indirect Sourcing/Procurement.
SAP experience is strongly preferred.
Availability to travel 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

CPSM or CPSD Certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

Drive the optimization of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by providing the assigned production site(s) with sufficient reliable and compliant sources of supply, with competitive prices and on-spec deliveries (including Capital Equipment and Services).
Draft and execute sourcing strategies (supplier selection, negotiation and contract definition) for assigned categories of indirect goods and services (Including Capital) for the region, developing knowledge of internal needs and external factors - Liaise with peers for deployment of those strategies at regional, and local level.
Develop/Maintain savings plan, (improvement) targets and monitor suppliers performance for assigned site(s).
Work in close co-operation with respective key stakeholders, e.g., site management, engineering, SHE, peers etc.
Act as primary contact towards key suppliers, develop strong partnerships with these suppliers for assigned market share within the region and for suppliers aligned with assigned plant sites. Ensure supplier performance against agreed upon key performance metrics is reviewed and action plans for continuous improvement are defined.
Travel to assigned plant sites on a quarterly basis for meetings with plant personnel and suppliers.