Strategic Sourcing Buyer

Sub-Zero Group, Inc.•Fitchburg, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Buyer will be responsible for managing assigned commodities as well as enabling/innovation projects through the Strategic Sourcing Department. Primary duties include working on cross functional teams, creating and monitoring pricing/commodities, helping develop and execute sourcing strategies, developing risk mitigation strategies, RFQs and supplier selection process, negotiating, and total cost management. Growth and development are important aspects of this position. Whether you aspire to be a leader or a technical expert, this position will set you up for success in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Some travel (20%+) will be required. Potential for international travel
3+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing
Excellent customer service and computer skills
Ability to read Engineering prints/CAD
High level of interpersonal and organizational savvy
Demonstrates creativity, technical skills, and problem-solving attributes

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field
CPSM/CPM
SAP experience
Prior experience negotiating contracts
Intermediate knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods/processes
Willingness to continue technical education in assigned commodities.
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

Select, qualify, and develop a strategic supply base.
Acquire sources for new technologies that provide us with a competitive advantage.
Serve as a commodity specialist by tracking and reporting market trends and economic conditions affecting assigned commodities.
Identify high-risk supply chains and implement contingency plans internally and externally.
Formulate sourcing strategies to support short-term and long-term operational requirements.
Develop accurate material cost forecasts based on market/industry/economic factors and suppliers’ pricing strategies.
Initiate and implement cost improvement projects with input from relevant stakeholders.
Lead and/or support supplier improvement initiatives and supplier quality assessments/audits.
Negotiate and maintain comprehensive contracts.
Develop material and component cost models within commodity responsibilities to accurately predict future material costs for the organization.
Select and qualify suppliers based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) incorporating customer needs, organizational goals, and market conditions.
Ability to work with technical personnel both internally and externally in early stages of design in order to drive down cost out and insure adherence to specifications that support company’s strategic vision.