Shaw Development, LLC · 5 days ago
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
KC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expShaw Development, LLC is a company focused on optimizing sourcing strategies for products and services. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for supporting the development and execution of sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety and corporate guidelines.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Support all of the sourcing management goals of the company and action items to ensure that those goals are achieved
In partnership with the leader, participate in negotiations for best possible cost service guarantee and develop “win- win” strategies that achieve sustainable relationships with suppliers
Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis
Implement supplier agreements/contracts when beneficial by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions
Research and anticipate shifts in the negotiating power of suppliers
In partnership with the leader, analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base issues to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and utilize emerging opportunities
Maintain and develop supplier relationships (trade shows, supplier meetings, conferences, etc.) and support/lead quarterly business reviews (QBRs) and performance scorecards
Support the supplier management program by monitoring supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness, cost) and coordinating corrective actions as needed
Support the continual improvement processes throughout the operational organization in partnership with leader including standardization, supplier consolidation, and process/tool improvements
Establishes purchasing policies and procedures in partnership with the leader. Create a sustainable continual improvement and internal control process supporting the established procedures
Support the sourcing and supplier selection strategy domestically and internationally including supplier research, qualification/onboarding, and competitive RFx events (RFI/RFP/RFQ)
Follows environmental and safety regulations and acts in compliance with US laws
Complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business
Track, document, and report sourcing activities and savings/value delivered (hard/soft savings), contract compliance, and key procurement metrics
Support risk management activities (financial/operational/regulatory/cyber as applicable) to reduce supply disruption and improve supplier resiliency
Maintain accurate supplier records, contracts, and sourcing documentation in procurement/ERP systems to ensure data integrity and transparency
Qualification
Required
5+ Experience in field / related field, and/or a combination of education and experience
Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers
Experience with ERP/procurement systems
Experience managing multiple projects and competing deadlines
Ability to maintain or exceed the degree of excellence requested by the internal and external customers of this department
Follows environmental and safety regulations and acts in compliance with US laws
Complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business
Track, document, and report sourcing activities and savings/value delivered (hard/soft savings), contract compliance, and key procurement metrics
Support risk management activities (financial/operational/regulatory/cyber as applicable) to reduce supply disruption and improve supplier resiliency
Maintain accurate supplier records, contracts, and sourcing documentation in procurement/ERP systems to ensure data integrity and transparency
Company
Shaw Development, LLC
Shaw Development is an engineering company offering hydraulic fluid line components and plastics injection molding services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-10-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Keith Luomala
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Ingram
Chief Financial Officer
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