Strategic Sourcing Specialist—Dies & Gages

Pridgeon & Clay • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist for Dies & Gages communicates company needs, negotiates contracts, and aids in supplier development in order to build strong supplier relationships and capitalize on supplier capabilities. Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and experience in stamping-specific manufacturing and/or a similar purchasing position. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, familiarity with purchasing dies and gages, and the ability to understand and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Experience in stamping-specific manufacturing and/or a similar purchasing position.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical drawings, specifications and information.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint).
• Deep understanding of cost drivers and market conditions related to the procurement of stamping dies and checking fixtures.

Nice To Haves

• Experience interacting both professionally and positively with internal and external customers.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong active-listening and consensus-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Maximize knowledge of tooling market conditions to optimize company position in the marketplace and to maximize cost reductions and/or cost avoidances.
• Understand and execute the rules and regulations related to the import and export of dies and gages to foreign countries.
• Complete day-to-day activities that include specification clarification, proposal analysis, contract knowledge, supplier performance management, and supplier conflict resolution.
• Develop, advocate and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies for die & gage spending areas to achieve short and long-term savings targets.
• Manage areas of responsibility while driving continuous improvement.
• Prepare summary reports for the Director and Vice President of Supply Chain Management.
• Negotiate contracts and/or write pricing agreements that are mutually beneficial to both Pridgeon and Clay and the supplier partners.
• Collaborate with the Customer Launch Teams and the Plant Tooling Departments in the evaluation and selection of preferred suppliers for die and gage builds.
• Perform supplier evaluations to determine supplier capabilities, capacity and financial health.
• Track supplier performance and establish improvement objectives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Safe, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree