Lil' Drug Store Products · 13 hours ago
Sourcing Specialist
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expLil' Drug Store Products is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to provide sourcing solutions that include innovative items and vendor partnerships. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, leading operational information collection, and performing data analysis to support sourcing decisions.
Consumer GoodsHealth Care
Hiring Manager
Amanda Workman
Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to provide sourcing solutions for innovation and other customer requests
Lead the operational information collection of new items and vendors, and coordinate activities with others involved in these processes
Follow a structured negotiation process and maintain records
Perform data analysis to support sourcing decisions, including supplier selections
Design display concepts that reflect aesthetic and functional requests of our customers
Review and approve product artwork per the Labeling Control policy and procedure
Assist Purchasing and/or Distribution Center teams with new supplier performance issues – product quality, misshipments, receiving, and other issues
Support cost savings and vendor funding initiatives, including product design inputs, process improvements, and vendor negotiations
Support and lead continuous improvement efforts through the supply chain
Provide data analysis and feedback on supplier evaluation scorecards
Support new supplier development, working with Finance and Regulatory & Quality teams
Support and maintain the sourcing policies and procedures
Other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to provide sourcing solutions for innovation and other customer requests
Lead the operational information collection of new items and vendors, and coordinate activities with others involved in these processes
Follow a structured negotiation process and maintain records
Perform data analysis to support sourcing decisions, including supplier selections
Design display concepts that reflect aesthetic and functional requests of our customers
Review and approve product artwork per the Labeling Control policy and procedure
Assist Purchasing and/or Distribution Center teams with new supplier performance issues – product quality, misshipments, receiving, and other issues
Support cost savings and vendor funding initiatives, including product design inputs, process improvements, and vendor negotiations
Support and lead continuous improvement efforts through the supply chain
Provide data analysis and feedback on supplier evaluation scorecards
Support new supplier development, working with Finance and Regulatory & Quality teams
Support and maintain the sourcing policies and procedures
Other duties and projects as assigned
Intermediate to advanced use of Microsoft Excel in daily work
Has values aligned with the company and acts accordingly. Ably builds trust
Relates well to people, verbally and in written form. Builds rapport with all levels within and outside company
Sees and is able to define problems. Investigates, assesses, and correctly identifies root causes. Proactively implements fixes and changes as needed
Gives customer's needs priority and responds quickly to customer concerns
Within team, fulfills own role and can be counted on. Steps up to assist others or support team as needed
Handles high-volume workload; makes adjustments to achieve required results. Is action and results oriented
Plans and executes plans for events, tasks, or processes in an efficient manner. Able to manage multiple priorities
Demonstrates the ability to work within timelines, company structures and budgets for successful completion of assigned tasks or projects
Successfully manages many small tasks or processes with many details
Ably envisions and recommends improvements. Guides team toward implementation of change initiatives
Interprets and digests complex information. Devises or suggests pertinent improvements or corrections to processes, procedures or plans based on strong analytical findings
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. on occasion; digital dexterity and hand/eye to operate equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment
Ability to effectively communicate with customers, suppliers, or employees remotely and in person
Ability to travel by airplane or automobile
Preferred
Four-year degree in supply chain management or operation management preferred
Four years in purchasing, operations or project management preferred (10 years' in lieu of degree)
Company
Lil' Drug Store Products
Lil' Drug Store Products is a consumer goods company providing health and beauty care products.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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