Title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Company Summary: A leading supplier of industrial and high performance door systems is looking to hire a Purchasing Manager in their Lawrence, Kansas manufacturing facility.
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for:
- Identifying, selecting, qualifying and forming strategic partnerships with suppliers
- Evaluating supplier capabilities in regard to quality, technology, cost, service, capacity, financial strengths, flexibility and commitment
- Negotiating pricing and executing master purchase agreements
- Working cross functionally with Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing, Finance and Sales teams
- Collaborating with Supplier Development and Supplier Quality to ensure strategies and performance goals are met
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist should have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Engineering preferred
- 5 years' experience in commodity management, program management, and/or project management
- Experience in MRP/ERP based manufacturing company
- Experience with either of the following commodities: coiled steel, spring wire, aluminum, glass, chemicals
- Proficient in Computer Skills and JD Edwards experience is a plus
- Display knowledge of cost of ownership and total landed cost, with ability to apply concepts when making cost comparisons
- Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills