Position: Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Location: Bartlett, IL
Requirements:
- 5+ years of Purchasing experience, preferred in a manufacturing environment
- ERP system (BaaN, SAP)Mechanical engineering expertise
- Negotiation skills
- Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OutlookGeneral knowledge of Foreign Trade Law
Responsibilities
The primary task of the Strategic Buyer is to qualify suppliers and source materials to ensure the operation of the business units. The work is done within established procedures and guidelines.
Identify new suppliers and develop current strategic suppliers as appropriate to support the company's growing business within assigned commodities.
Use market, forecasting, and consumption data to develop commodity-specific strategies and report on them semi-annually.
Support internal customers with sourcing new items and general RFQs (request for quotes) for assigned commodities.
Negotiate new contracts within assigned commodities in the company's best interest.
Manage Supplier Quality issue resolution within assigned commodities.
Evaluate supplier performance for assigned commodities.
Assist in developing and updating purchasing procedures and work instructions as needed.
Establish new supply bases for expansion and localization efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
An associate's degree in procurement or related fields or equivalent working experience is required.
5+ years of purchasing experience is required, and it is preferred in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with an ERP system (BaaN, SAP) required.
Experience working in a global company preferred.
Mechanical engineering/design expertise.
General knowledge of Foreign Trade Law, Internation Traffics in Arms Regulations, Tariff Codes, etc. (19 CFR, 15 CFR).
Strong negotiation skills.
Effectively utilizes Microsoft products like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Reads and understands blueprints.
US Citizen or Permanent Resident required.
Travel 25% - 50%
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, competitive annual salary, and bonus and profit-sharing eligibility.
