Location: Otsego,MI, USA
Sourcing Specialist
Location : OTSEGO, MI, United States
Job Family : Procurement
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Dec 19, 2024
Job ID : 53402
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This position supports individual sourcing projects and/or a set of assigned commodities by deploying best practices, procurement tools and negotiation skills. Also, assists in contract execution, implementation and supplier reviews for assigned contracts. The Sourcing Specialist works collaboratively and proactively to identify process, sourcing and contract improvement opportunities.
Position sources suppliers, and may assist with bid evaluations, cost analyses, price justification, and risk assessment of suppliers.
May assist with supplier negotiations on new procurements or changes to existing purchase orders.
May drafts purchase orders and agreements for approval by the Sourcing & Commodity Manager.
Coordinates and participates in supplier meetings
4 year college degree Supply Chain management or relevant discipline.
Experience and/or exposure to supply chain concepts and methodologies, and manufacturing through internships or training programs.
Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
Must have intermediate computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
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