Sr. Sourcing Specialist - Military veterans preferred

Description:

CentroMotion is looking to hire a Sr. Sourcing Specialist that will support in the development and implementation of commodity / supply chain activities that significantly contributes to year over year sales growth and operational improvement through Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) sourcing process. Primary responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and executing sourcing activities and projects which solve problems and improve supply chain metrics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Part of the global sourcing team supporting the sourcing of cluster of indirect procurement categories at a global and regional level, including: MRO, factory materials, goods and services, capital equipment, utilities, professional services, etc..

· Supports new supplier development and leads cost reduction and CapEx purchasing projects across the categories assigned at a global and regional level.

· Serves as an extension of the core team that implements best practice standardization in terms of sourcing processes, procurement market strategies, supplier strategies and risk mitigation.

· Maintains subject matter understanding specific to assigned categories: procurement market, commodity markets, cost driver and risk mitigation.

· Supports Strategic Sourcing Managers to source products and services, assist supplier audits, negotiate tooling and pricing, write contracts, perform value analysis to ensure supplier contract and timeline compliance.

· Assist in improving supplier performance metrics and scorecards.

· Working within the category cluster/team, this role is responsible for executing projects, analysis, and necessary tasks to deliver the team's sourcing strategy to key stakeholders that includes engineering, sales, operations, quality etc.

· Lead assigned analysis, projects, and execute actions in order to make improvements in total cost including terms, freight, unit cost, quality improvement and inventory reduction.

· Analyze and report on global commodity indexes and macro-environment trends to ensure uninterrupted flow of product at current or better cost.

· Visit suppliers for continuous improvement and project execution in partnership with the Strategic Sourcing Manager.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field
• CPIM and or equivalent professional certification will be an advantage
• Travel Requirements – 10% domestic

Experience:

• Prefer five to seven (5-7) years or more experience, or equivalent education and experience, in supporting the sourcing of indirect goods and services.
• Sourcing experience in indirect spend categories and markets in a global supply chain environment: factory materials and services, facilities management, professional services, IT/Telecom, consulting and other indirect goods and services categories.
• Understanding of procurement category management with strong understanding on cost reduction, procurement market and supplier strategy, risk mitigation and contracts setting.
• Desired prior experience of working within a global team and global category management setting.
• Strong project management experience: able to independently drive new supplier sourcing and or cost reduction initiatives and meet key sourcing objectives in a timely manner under the direction of a Strategic Sourcing Manager.
• Knowledge of basic manufacturing processes, freight & logistics, professional services, facility services, leases, MRO, run-the-plant suppliers, capex, utilities, HR, IT, and other indirect categories.
• Demonstrated experience reading engineering drawings and specifications will be an advantage.
• Basic experience in global and comprehensive supplier relationship management and advanced negotiation techniques.
• Data analysis, problem solving and reporting skill sets.
• Experience working in global supply environment and with international suppliers or colleagues.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills, slf-motivated and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, ISO and 6-sigma disciplines, training and experience will be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as Oracle, QAD, Fourth Shift etc. will be an advantage.

COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Service (Internal/External) – Strong internal and external customer focus. Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Meets customer commitments in a timely manner.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully to develop alternative solutions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Sets goals and objectives.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demand and responds to challenges positively.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Maintains confidentiality of all payrolls, medical, benefit and employee related information.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Only those present in a normal office setting; no known significant hazards. In the course of working with a wide range of people, may encounter abusive, aggressive, or unpredictable behavior on a limited basis. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional trips to manufacturing areas will be required, and occasional travel for company business is also required.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation describes and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work that may be inherent in the occupation.

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