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SKF Group · 1 day ago

Project Sourcing Specialist

Sumter, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$71K/yr - $84K/yr

3+ years exp

SKF Group is an industry-leading manufacturer focused on reducing friction and promoting sustainability. They are seeking a Project Sourcing Specialist to perform sourcing activities, support purchasing strategies, and manage supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply for their factory.

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Responsibilities

Perform sourcing activities according to defined processes, best practices and standards to guarantee continuity of supply for the factory, at all times and through all cycles

Support implementation of new processes and systems, QCDIM, NSDC, etc

Support and adhere to the Purchasing Strategy as defined by the Purchasing Manager, Group Purchasing and Categories within the PL/BU

Lead sourcing and benchmark activities in support of the PL/BU Business Plan goals / strategies under the defined purchasing processes together with or as delegated by Categories

Conduct supplier evaluation and selection through established Group Purchasing processes and standards. Engage Supplier Quality Team to support supplier selection auditing

Ensure best practice purchasing processes are followed and used in their PL/BU

Manage vendor add/change requests. Review requests and documentation prior to submitting to Group Vendor Management team

Participate as delegated in developing the annual business plan savings pipeline and targets for their respective spend category responsibilities

Support agreed global sourcing plan and programs for the factory PL/BU

Ensure monthly results and forecasts are reported in STAR on time for their respective savings projects

Support RoHS and REACH Product Compliance Evidence Collection role for suppliers. Manage the Vendor Compliance Registry (VCR) database

Identify / communicate quality risks to manager / stakeholders and support risk mitigation plans as necessary

Monitor Supplier Quality, Cost, Delivery performance and take action when performances are failing causing negative impacts to the factory or as defined by Group Purchasing

Support supplier quality with supplier delivery improvements to facilitate supplier expertise, prioritization delivery performance improvements to ensure continuity of supply

Monitor and report on supplier issues that need corrective action and improvement. Engage SQE when needed for supplier VCC or quality deficiencies support

Schedule and participate in visits to supplier factories when possible and/or necessary. Host supplier visits

Ensure adherence to SKF Code of Conduct, EHS, and Quality Management policies

Qualification

Direct material purchasingSupplier evaluationNegotiation skillsAnalytical mindsetCommercial agreementsData managementTechnical concept understandingManufacturing backgroundFluent in EnglishInterpersonal skillsRelationship building

Required

Minimum 3 years of direct material purchasing experience

Fluent in English

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High business acumen and analytical mindset

Comfortable working with large data sets in various systems

Experience in sourcing components, evaluating options, and developing negotiation plans

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Direct material purchasing experience in bearings, steel, and/or forgings

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks

Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building

Understanding of commercial agreements and contracts

Ability to grasp technical concepts

Manufacturing background is a plus

Benefits

Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.

Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD.

Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution : 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.