Sourcing Specialist
About The Position
Are you familiar with industrial maintenance products? Would you like to test your knowledge of these disciplines to add to the industry’s best team? Are you interested in helping develop key product lines integral to the success of a fast-growing MRO distributor? Do you enjoy ensuring value is added along the way and your customers are extremely satisfied? At Applied Maintenance Supplies and Solutions, the SOD (Special Orders Department) Sourcing Specialist role has an immediate impact on both our customers and on our field sales representative’s performance. You will join a team committed to your success that will ensure that you receive ongoing training and provide you with solid feedback and support to help you reach your goals. This is a wonderful opportunity for an individual with a solid base of knowledge rooted in cutting tools, hydraulics, and fasteners. Join our team in this spotlight position today!
Requirements
- 6 + months of product and industry-related work experience or equivalent
- This position is not eligible for relocation benefits and is expected to be performed on site at the Applied MSS facility in Strongsville, OH.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the US. We are not able to offer sponsorship of work visas for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Self-starter and self-motivated
- Strong attention to detail
- Relationship-building skills at all levels with internal customers and vendors.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple tasks concurrently.
- A working knowledge of Excel is preferred
- Experience with SAP is a plus
Responsibilities
- Reporting directly to the Director of Product Management, you will be responsible for supporting sales field personnel and their overall product sales goals by sourcing specialty products that meet customer needs .
- Participate in the sourcing of products that complement the overall product strategy, and meet customer requirements
- Research and find suppliers that can fulfill request for quality, specialty products in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Solicit supplier product pricing and generate prompt product quotations for the Applied MSS sales reps.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
