Bastian Solutions · 1 month ago
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Westfield, IN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelBastian Solutions, a Toyota Advanced Logistics company, is a leading material handling and robotics system integrator. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for optimizing savings and procedures in the supply chain management process by negotiating contracts and developing policies across manufacturing locations.
Information TechnologyLogisticsManufacturingRoboticsWarehouse Automation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Executing and managing competitive business-wide contracts and supplier relationships using combined volume across all business units to obtain better pricing and terms
Research current purchased parts and find alternatives that are more readily available and cost effective
Initiate a One Bastian approach in Procurement by setting up policies and procedures that are used at each location. Reestablish accounts with vendors so that we are purchasing through one corporate account
Work with sister companies to combine similar products volume and work on contracts with key suppliers
Analyze, collect and summarize data across the organization in order to support the decision- making process on the overall future procurement strategy
Establish new policies and procedures for the procurement team
Act as a point of contact between the company and suppliers, maintaining relationships, while continually scouting for additional vendors to support company future growth
Work closely with the finance & legal department to ensure contract terms are favorable
Build sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business
Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries to meet demand
Create Vendor Scorecard templates and implement them to the teams and quality
Help define risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages (Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plan)
Liaises with key company employees to determine their product and service needs
Implement safety stock and forecasting algorithms within D365
Support establishment of corporate processes supporting standardization of controlled processes pertaining to procurement to meet JSOX expectations
Negotiate agreements, contracts, terms and deadlines with vendors, including both tactical (lowest price) and strategic (value vs cost), to support overall company goals and initiatives
Support the enhancement and improvement of current new vendor qualification process
Work with IT to establish new reports and processes to enhance procurement functions
Help support cost savings initiatives with up-and-coming projects/current projects
Qualification
Required
Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship
Experience working in procurement function. Prefer to be in custom, engineered products procurement and project execution procurement vs standard materials / manufacturing process
Strong understanding of procurement and negotiation techniques
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Able to travel to meet with suppliers as required
Impeccable time-management, attention to detail, and policy compliance skills
Strategic mindset - ability to analyze to drive competitive advantage to Bastian Solutions through procurement
Relationship Building / Partnership Development - both internally and externally
Financial acumen - ability to understand profitability drivers through procurement activities
Preferred
Procurement / Supply Chain Management Certifications desired (Examples: CPP, CPPM, CIPP, CIAPP, CPSM, MCIPS)
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
Vacation/Holiday Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Work Schedules
Volunteer Work
Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
Company Meetings & Events
Company
Bastian Solutions
Improve your warehouse design and operations with our innovative material handling solutions.
Founded in 1952
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Aaron Jones
President and CEO
Eric Cameron
VP of Software
Recent News
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