Materials Sourcing SpecialistSan Antonio Shoemakers (SAS), a San Antonio, Texas based privately held company, has been in business for over 40 years and has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high quality comfort footwear. Position:SAS has an opening for a Materials Sourcing Specialist.Job Responsibilities:
- Source seasonal and year round materials as defined by the Design and Development Department.
- Develop a working technical knowledge of the materials to be sourced.
- Maintain and review records of items developed, costs, deliveries, and product performance.
- Collaborate with Design and Development and Quality Assurance teams in evaluation of sourced material (color, aesthetic, technical and functional testing).
- Diversify raw material supplier base.
- Negotiate price with domestic and overseas suppliers based on market fluctuations and quantities.
- Function as a liaison between design, manufacturing, purchasing, and scheduling teams.
- Fulfil material requisitions as assigned
- Contact preparers of requisitions to resolve questions, inconsistencies, or missing data.
- Makes necessary corrections in the system to maintain data integrity.
- Filing, data entry, and organizing on a daily basis.
- Travel to material shows with the Design team, both domestically and overseas to find innovative materials and new vendors.
- In addition, other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
- Able to adapt to new technologies and techniques to increase productivity and keep technical skills up to date.
- Skilled at identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.
- Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
- Excellent customer service skills to both internal and external customers.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Five years sourcing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX is a plus.
- Computer proficient in Microsoft- Word, PowerPoint, Outlook. Advanced Excel skills required.
- Position involves some travel within and outside the U.S and requires physical ability to travel globally on commercial transportation.
Physical Requirements:
- Physical labor is often necessary for 8 hours or more per day with breaks approximately every two hours including sitting, standing and walking.
- Work will be conducted in a climate controlled office environment.
- Ability to input data (typing) into a computer for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
I have read and understand the duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position and acknowledge that I can perform the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation. I also understand that this is a summary of this position's duties and other responsibilities may be assigned as the company deems necessary.SAS is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to-race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientations, national origins, disability status, age, marital status or protected veteran class. No phone calls or agencies please.