Hengstler-Dynapar · 3 days ago
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Elizabethtown, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $136K/yr
3+ years expHengstler-Dynapar is seeking a talented Strategic Sourcing Specialist to work in a fast-paced multi-site manufacturing environment. The role involves executing cost takeout projects within Operations and New Product Development, driving material cost improvements, and managing supplier relationships.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Drive material cost improvements through purchase price reductions and material cost out activities through re-design
Execute sourcing funnel process with several commodities
Locate and develop suppliers globally and engage suppliers in projects to improve quality, lead-time, and price/terms
Drive regular improvement in Purchase Price Variance (PPV) through RFQs, auctions, and negotiations with suppliers
Be responsible and accountable for the strategic direction and daily management of specific purchased commodities
Execute the vendor consolidation process of identifying and developing strategically important suppliers
Work closely with Supply Chain/Materials personnel to implement and receive benefits of best practices
Support the negotiation strategies with suppliers ensuring inventory optimization is included in supplier contracts and agreements
Work with cross functional team supporting Value Analysis Value Engineering Events to identify cost-out opportunities in support of building the cost out funnel
Create and execute Commodity strategies to better align with supply chain; negotiate payment and working capital terms with suppliers that align to business terms
Negotiate MSA’s with Grow/Maintain/Preferred suppliers
Understand commodity trends utilizing pro-purchaser or Commodity Price Index (Not limited to)
Negotiate MOQ/POQ/LT’s with suppliers as it aligns to the business standards
Qualification
Required
BS/BA Engineering or Business, with specific background with international sourcing
3-6 years progressive experience in planning, purchasing and inventory control within a low-volume high mix manufacturing environment preferred
Strong leadership skills with the ability to build consensus with many
Demonstrated ability to reduce material cost through material substitutions, material reductions, etc
Lean manufacturing experience including kanban planning, establishing reorder quantities, inventory optimization, and a strong process mind set
Ability to develop and execute strategic plans, Self-starter and highly motivated
Excellent cross-functional interpersonal, facilitation, communication and leadership skills
Results driven with excellent organization, communication (written and oral), and presentation skill
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, performing queries in ERP systems (Business Objects), along with data gathering, manipulation, and analysis expertise
Preferred
3-6 years progressive experience in planning, purchasing and inventory control within a low-volume high mix manufacturing environment preferred
CPIM (APICS) Certification is preferred
Company
Hengstler-Dynapar
Hengstler, Dynapar, Joslyn Clark, Namco, Superior Electric, Veeder-Root, and Eagle Signal are part of a global network of brands known for delivering high-performance industrial solutions.
1001-5000 employees
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