Sourcing Specialist – Supply Chain

Position Name: Sourcing Specialist - Supply Chain Reporting to Supply Chain Manager, the Sourcing specialists will work towards improving sourcing processes to save costs and maximize profitability without compromising product quality. He / She will negotiate with suppliers on finalizing best contract pricing & product quality, sample ordering & testing, lead time finalizations, developing annual contracts and internal stakeholder approvals. The sourcing specialist will also be responsible for reviewing & auditing existing vendor on quality, supply delivery in coordination with the buying team & other relevant internal/external partners. Key Responsibilities

• Source materials, assets and services in accordance with policies and procedures, using cost-effective and ethical approaches and meeting required criteria.
• Coordinate with Marketing and R&D for introduction of new products/vendors.
• Prepares and analyzes request for quotes and interprets information requests.
• Conducts cost analysis and proposes best value source.
• Establish annual contracts with suppliers and conduct timely supplier evaluations.
• Actively focus on resolution of key quality performance of suppliers.
• Understand and present key commodity indices/trends for raw materials (Aluminum, PVC, Steel, Sand, Zinc, etc.)
• Identifies, evaluates, and escalates risks that could affect project deliverables, activities, and supply schedules.

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or diploma in Supply Chain / Procurement or Similar
• 3 plus years’ experience in sourcing practices and costing, under a lean manufacturing system.
• Ability to engage with suppliers and develop long term relationships.
• Awareness of commonly used Windows & Doors materials, permanent/non-permanent materials, services, tools, and equipment is preferred.
• Good interpersonal relationship skills and excellent verbal/written communication skills are required along with a strong desire to work in a fast-paced highly interdisciplinary environment.
• Experience developing templates for contracts and other business transactions.
• Able to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate cost effective vendor agreements.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Demonstrated ability to provide superior internal and external client experience