Strategic Source Specialist

BOLLINGER MISSISSIPPI SHIPBUILDING LLC•Pascagoula, MS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is an integral member of the Supply Chain Group, responsible for identifying commodities suitable for short- and long-term agreements, managing supplier RFP processes, negotiating agreements, and overseeing material and services agreements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Material Management, or related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience, OR Minimum of 4 years' experience in strategic sourcing in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
Strong interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication, teamwork, collaboration, and relationship management.
Self-motivated with strong teamwork capabilities.
Negotiation skills.
Proficient in data analysis and detailed reporting.
Advanced Excel skills
Considerable knowledge of all phases of purchasing activities for industry products, industry regulations, and company standards.
Ability to achieve reasonable procurement outcomes with consistency.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Marine or Department of Defense (DoD) sectors, particularly related to Contracts and Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.

Responsibilities

Analyze commodity requirements, RFPs, and supplier quotes across multiple commodity categories, including but not limited to MRO Consumables (Indirect), Commercial & Government Project Materials (Direct), and services.
Compile and manage data on usage across various company locations, including affiliated companies, to facilitate effective RFP development.
Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business goals, enhancing value and accelerating market delivery through vetted suppliers and beneficial agreements.
Maintain consistent communication with supplier account managers and customer service representatives to ensure smooth operations.
Collaborate across global facilities to streamline requirements, enhance savings, and ensure consistency at an organizational level.
Employ strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to analyze and report data efficiently.
Utilize ERP/MRP systems, specifically Finesse and Oracle, to manage procurement activities effectively.
Work cross-functionally with departments such as Central Planning & Scheduling to proactively address future production needs, and collaborate with the Legal Department to review and finalize contracts, mitigating organizational risks.
Prepare comprehensive analyses of proposals, assessing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to determine the most competitive and beneficial solutions for executive management approval.
Lead negotiations to secure optimal outcomes, including favorable pricing, payment terms, contractual terms and conditions, and rebate opportunities.
Participate in on-site supplier evaluations, negotiations, feedback collection, and issue mitigation.
Track and report quarterly and annual rebate payments, utility invoices, and self-performance metrics related to negotiated savings and cost avoidance.