Strategic Sourcing Specialist

MIRATECH Corporation•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

MIRATECH, a global leader in emission and silencing solutions, is currently seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist. Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, operations, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant purchasing/procurement experience.
Five (5) or more years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, or supplier management in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience achieving cost reductions or cost avoidance.
Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and MRP-driven purchasing processes.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting purchasing and inventory data.
Ability to travel up to 20% as required for supplier visits
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and technical specifications.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work across cross-functional teams.
High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to perform under pressure.

Nice To Haves

APICS/ASCM, CSCMP, or ISM certification is preferred
Experience with SYSPRO ERP preferred
Experience purchasing engineered, fabricated, or made-to-order products preferred

Responsibilities

Supplier Diversification Strategize, identify, qualify, and develop alternate sources of supply
Establish three sources of supply for every part
Ensure no single source supply relationships exist
Pricing Develop and execute sourcing strategies
Deliver documented and quantifiable cost savings through negotiation, alternate sourcing, improved terms, reduced transportation costs, and total cost of ownership improvements
Establish benchmark for material pricing
Assist in maintaining item master pricing integrity within the ERP system
New Product Development Collaborate with product development and engineering to source new materials
Lead and prepare bid events and bid summaries
Supplier Relationship Management and Performance Tracking Maintain supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance with key performance indicators, scorecards, annual reviews, and supplier corrective actions.
Contracts Develop and maintain supplier contracts, master supply agreements, master purchasing agreements as needed.
Manage contract lifecycle, renegotiation, and renewals
Analyze purchasing, pricing, and inventory data to identify cost reduction and supply chain efficiency opportunities.
Participate in continuous improvement, risk mitigation, reverse logistics, and sustainability initiatives.