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Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. · 2 days ago

Sourcing Specialist

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to manage and develop vendor/supplier relationships and oversee supplier contracts for the Critical Power Solutions Division. The role involves creating sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and ensuring effective supply management across various projects.

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Responsibilities

Manage and develop vendor/supplier relationships with key interfacing CPSD departments to strengthen supply management effectiveness
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to manage, draft, negotiate and execute supplier contracts and agreements including evaluation, qualification, selection, negotiation, costing, risk analysis and technical capability
Create detailed opportunity-specific sourcing strategies with supplier evaluation and risk analysis and present supplier recommendations to CPSD stakeholders
Lead supply chain efforts for proposal teams. Provide purchasing and supply chain guidance to proposal teams
Identify and track cost savings/overruns and facilitate resolution between engineering and vendors/suppliers
Resolve commercial and technical supplier issues and actions serving as liaison between supplier and MEPPI
Negotiate non-conforming material cost recovery. Coordinate and manage vendor/supplier chargebacks
Monitor products, parts and service cost performance and implement procurement strategies designed to reduce current and future costs. Manage supplier performance for price, delivery, quality and contract compliance
Plan, schedule and issue purchase orders for products, parts and services according to forecasts, customer requirements and internal requisitions. Obtain approvals per MEPPI’s Limits of Authority policy
Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Division through effective dealings with customers and other internal departments and divisions

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementVendor/Supplier ManagementContract NegotiationUPS KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field and a minimum 8 years of experience with purchasing and managing supplier contracts/agreements, or equivalent education or experience
Advanced skills in supply chain systems and techniques including seasoned negotiating skills
Advanced knowledge of UPS or other power quality equipment products and services
Advanced interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills required to communicate with employees and outside contacts
Advanced analytical and problem solving skills
Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office products and MRP/ERP Systems

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: MEPPI pays up to 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plans: 401(k) match of up to 4%.
Generous Paid Time Off: Earn vacation after just 90 days, plus enjoy 12 paid holidays annually.
Career Growth: Access to professional development programs and educational assistance.
Employee Perks: On-site fitness center (Warrendale, PA), wellness program, profit sharing, and employee discounts.

Company

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.

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Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is an Electronic Manufacturing firm that manufactures electric power & electronic technologies.

H1B Sponsorship

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Tricia Breeger
President & CEO, Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI)
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Brian Heery
Chairman
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