Sourcing Specialist

JB Pointdexter & Co • Sturgis, MI

8h

About The Position

Coordinate Sourcing Projects that support the cost, delivery, and quality objectives of the company. Develop and implement strategies that support the goals of lowering costs, adding value, maintaining inventories while ensuring OTD of finished goods to customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a business or engineering related field
• 5 years of sourcing experience or managing a similar scope of responsibility
• Negotiation skills required
• Working knowledge of domestic and international logistics
• Working knowledge of ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications – Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Project
• Proficient with virtual meeting tools – Webex, Teams, Zoom
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen Events
• Excellent Communications at all levels (Written and Verbal)
• Demonstrated success driving long and short-term projects
• Global sourcing experience
• Must be highly motivated and possess the ability to work independently
• Travel as needed – averaging one trip / month

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree, or other Supply Chain Certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commodities and supplier relationships.
• Coordinate YOY productivity projects with JBPCO Category Managers to meet yearly goals.
• Track and report progress against sourcing projects weekly/monthly.
• Facilitate meetings with internal and external Customers / Suppliers.
• Facilitate new parts or changes to existing parts with Engineering / Suppliers / Manufacturing / Quality.
• Maintain JDE purchasing related data.
• Facilitates the ECO process for items within assigned commodities.
• Support all departments to meet Internal Customer expectations.
• Works with suppliers to identify and maintain cost targets, Implement VAVE initiatives.
• Assists Category Managers with contract negotiations.
• Supports and participates in Morgan Olson’s PPS team efforts.
• Adheres to Quality policy by exceeding customer expectations, being customer-focused and supporting continuous improvement activities.
• Adheres to Safety policies and practices behavioural based safety 100% of the time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Company paid life insurance
• 10 company paid holidays
• Vacation and personal time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees