Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Atlas Copco•Quincy, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
Quincy Compressor is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for the operational execution of Quincy’s purchasing policy, focusing on quality, price, and delivery performance to achieve purchasing goals. The Specialist will report to the Sourcing Manager and will be instrumental in obtaining maximum value for Quincy Compressor in agreements related to cost, quality, delivery, and service levels.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of Purchasing experience required.
- Profound knowledge and clear communication of English.
- Excellent knowledge and experience in Microsoft environment with emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint.
- Proven experience sourcing from domestic and international suppliers
- Strong analytical skills required
- Highly detail-orientated
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business/Applied Economics, or related field preferred.
- Experience in production environment is preferred.
- Experience with commodities (metals, stampings, castings, paint, electronics, wood etc.) is preferred.
- Other languages are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all purchasing related activities for assigned categories including, but not limited to sourcing process, price control, proposal analysis, negotiating improved value, awarding & implementing contracts, managing existing contracts, supplier performance reviews, and resolving invoice issues regarding pricing deviations
- Obtain maximum value for Quincy Compressor in our agreements regarding cost, quality, delivery, and service levels
- Prepare, understand, and able to present spend analysis of assigned categories/suppliers, understanding key drivers and trends, along with identifying opportunities and risks.
- Provide prompt and accurate purchasing support to internal customers.
- Follow-up on supplier quality performance (together with the SQA engineer) and delivery performance (together with the logistic engineer).
- Analyze and report, as required, on market conditions and trends that may affect the price, availability or quality of purchased products.
- Ensure that suppliers develop themselves in accordance with our quality and logistic demands and always aim for a win-win situation.
- Ensure suppliers are in compliance with Quincy business practices
Benefits
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
