Lincoln Electric · 1 day ago
Sourcing Specialist
Michigan City, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$75K/yr - $139K/yr
8+ years expLincoln Electric is a leading company in the engineering and manufacturing of advanced welding solutions and mobile power solutions. They are seeking an experienced Sourcing Specialist to ensure timely sourcing activities for new product development and cost reduction projects, while coordinating with internal teams and external partners to optimize costs and supplier performance.
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Responsibilities
Evaluate suppliers’ proposals, costs, and quality, as well as oversee purchasing performance based on service and availability
Collaborate with Engineering on new product developments and provide timely follow-through on Engineering Change Notifications (ECN)
Collate purchase orders and purchase requisitions in order to order materials, goods and supplies, including RFQ’s (Request for Quotes) and requisitions
Resolve issues as they arise with non-supplied, under orders, over orders quality and damaged goods through problem resolution
Collaborate with the suppliers, engineering, planning, production, and inventory control daily on issues with non-supplied, under orders, over orders quality and damaged goods, resolving issues as they arise
Perform regular reviews of inventory planning parameters. Maintain and update supplier database for pricing, lead-times, country of origin, HST codes and contact information
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field and/or 8 to 10 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong negotiating and decision-making skills
Comprehensive understanding of MS Excel, MS Word, and industry standard ERP/MRP platforms
Strong organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail
Strong multi-tasking skills and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and customer service. Ability to work well with a team and collaborate cross-functionally
Able to thrive in a high-stress and fast-paced environment
Preferred
Lean experience/certification a plus
Benefits
Pleasant, clean, well-lighted environment.
Family-oriented.
First-of-the-month Friday company-supplied lunches.
Company Parties including Christmas Party, Santa for the Kids, Summer.
Family Picnic, and more.
Local charity events.
Company
Lincoln Electric
Lincoln Electric is a manufacturer of welding products, arc welding equipment, and welding consumables.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.55B2024-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.55B
1995-06-23IPO
Leadership Team
Steven Hedlund
Chief Operating Officer
Geoffrey Allman
Senior Vice President, Acquisition Integration
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