Sourcing Sr Specialist
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID: 64088
Department: Manuf. & Operations (DEPTMFGOP)
At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do but what really fuels us is our people. Theyre the heart of our company. As an employee our promise to you is that youll work on new and innovative products and solutions be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative caring and act with integrity and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects both locally and globally will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.
We are #EnergizedByGrowth.
DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations made up of some of the most trusted leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented innovative outstanding people we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment including clean energy solutions systems and payment automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems OPW Fuel Management Systems ClearView Tokheim ProGauge Fairbanks LIQAL AvaLAN and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin TX DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide including facilities in Brazil China India Italy Poland the Netherlands the United Kingdom and the United States.
Position Summary:
The Sourcing Specialist is accountable for managing supplier relationships cost reduction and supply strategy to ensure effective sourcing of their commodity portfolio. The Sourcing Specialist is expected to act as a primary escalation point for their assigned supplier portfolio to resolve operational issues for the sites they support or as directed by their line manager. This varied and hands-on role requires energy flexibility and an entrepreneurial approach to delivering a world-class supply chain to support DFS operations.
This position reports to an assigned Commodity Manager and will support a specified commodity scope accordingly. The position is located in Dundee UK and the successful candidate must be willing to work on site 3 days per week (minimum).
This role will be offered on an initial 12 month fixed term contract basis with potential for a possible permanent contract thereafter.
Key Responsibilities:
Exemplify Dover Zero Harm Rules in support of a safe working environment
Identifyingsuitable sources of supply for new and existing components within portfolio through RFQ or tender.
Executemanagementfor assigned commodities aligned tocommodity strategybusinessrevenueobjectivesandsupply chain requirements.
Negotiating and managing value-add supply contracts withincommodityportfolio.
Identifyingand mitigating supply chain risksand opportunitiesthrough regular analysis of supplier performance engaging proactively with supplier to improve performance based on KPIs.
Escalationpointforremediation ofmajor supply chain issuesimpactingbusiness operationsinside commodity portfolio.
Continuous improvement based on A3 problem solvingand analysis of data.
Candidate Profile:
Detail and Process orientation - achieves high quality productivity standards by adhering to standard work.
Familiar with technical product specificationsand the ability toidentifysources of supply capable of providing them.
Ability to use data tosupportexcellent decisionmakingthrough analysis.
Self-directed time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
Demonstrates full accountability and ownership for all aspects of assigned areas of responsibility.
Persistenceand curiosityin problem solving.
Comfortable in presenting information in a variety of formats tobusiness stakeholders leading and influencingin the course ofdelivering projects.
- Excellent communication skills and strong English language skills are essential.
- Evidence of success in a similar role eg. strategic sourcing specialist / buyer / procurement assistant or similar position.
Occasional travel may berequiredto supply partners or Dover locations.
Candidate Experience and Qualifications:
Familiar with supply contracting principals and tendering processes.
Familiarity with Oracle ERP systems an advantage.
Degree qualified(or equivalent)or able todemonstratesuitable relevant experience.
Level4 or5 orCIPSqualification an advantage.
Work Arrangement :Onsite
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability age genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.
This position may be located in:EMEA : United Kingdom : Dundee : Dundee
Job Function : Supply Chain & Procurement #LI-HW2
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- ATS
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- negotiation
- Contracts
- Recruiting
About Company
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engin ... View more
