Sourcing Specialist
Sourcing Specialist
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Job Description
If youre looking for a special place to build or grow your career youve found it. Whether youre an experienced professional a recent college graduate or somewhere in between IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.
With interesting opportunities in engineering marketing sales supply chain operations HR finance and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe chances are we have something special for you.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a motivated and detailed oriented Sourcing Specialist that will work with commodity managers to run sourcing activities for a multitude of commodities. The ideal candidate will develop and execute short and long-term sourcing initiatives that reduce supply chain complexity and achieve a
minimum of 3% YOY material productivity. They will help identify evaluate suppliers to ensure the best value quality and service for our organization. Responsible for onboarding new suppliers and/or
transitioning parts to more strategic suppliers
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management:
Plan execute and manage multiple sourcing projects at one time determined by various commodity
strategies driving quality delivery and material cost savings
Track and report project progress risk and performance metrics.
Strategic Sourcing:
Research potential suppliers analyze market trends and spend data to identify sourcing project
opportunities.
Provide recommendations for supplier selection negotiations stocking agreements and contract
finalization.
Manage RFQ/RFP process and supplier/part transition process
Lead the end-to-end supplier qualification process for new vendors from request for quote to first
purchase order which includes the supplier onboarding process.
Utilize 80/20 mindset to establish and execute projects to reduce supply base complexity
Manage 20s suppliers
Cost and Risk Management:
Work collaboratively with supplier to address and resolve performance issues to mitigate project risk
Develop contingency plans for supplier disruptions
Act as liaison between supplier and internal teams ensuring effective communication and issue
resolution.
Maintain and monitor key performance metrics
Perform other functions as necessary to support the global sourcing department.
Physical Mental and Environmental Responsibilities:
Excellent project management skills and Project Management tools and MS Office Suite.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with a demonstrated ability to work well with spreadsheets
Excellent reasoning and analytical skills ability to anticipate and define complex problems collect
data establish facts distinguish trends and draw valid conclusions
Ability to multi-task and manage several projects in different stages.
Strong ability to interface effectively with suppliers and internal cross-functional counterparts
while maintaining a customer satisfaction orientation.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and or abilities required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Education and Experience Requirements or Equivalencies:
Bachelors degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management or related field.
Experience: 3 years relevant supply chain/operations experience Could be hired as Sr
depending on experience.
Relevant certifications (e.g. CPSM CSM or equivalent) are an advantage.
Familiarity with strategic sourcing methodologies supplier negotiation and contract management
Experience managing multiple sourcing projects to completion
Experience in manufacturing purchasing is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are represented 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 duties of the job employee is required to move around and be still; use hands
to handle objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
Employee will occasionally lift average of 30 lbs.
Employee may occasionally be required to drive a forklift.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision color vision
peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential duties and responsibilities
performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those
specifically presented.
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people our culture and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race color religion creed genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status age national origin disability protected veteran status or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal state or local laws.
Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process please let us if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
