AKG of America · 22 hours ago
Sourcing Specialist
Mebane, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAKG of America is a 100+ year-old leader in the heat exchange industry, providing state-of-the-art cooling solutions for critical infrastructure. They are seeking a Sourcing Specialist to lead sourcing initiatives, identify new suppliers, and execute cost-reduction projects as part of the Supply Chain team.
Industrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing projects from end-to-end, including: opportunity identification, market research, supplier identification, RFQ/RFP execution, evaluation, and recommendation
Identify cost-down opportunities and execute savings initiatives independently
Manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously
Proactively identify new suppliers, both locally and internationally
Attend industry exhibitions, trade shows, and supplier events to scout technologies, materials, and sourcing opportunities
Build and maintain a pipeline of potential suppliers for strategic evaluation
Prepare RFQs, manage supplier communications, and perform total cost comparisons
Collaborate with Commodity Managers, Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Operations when evaluating supplier capabilities
Deliver structured sourcing recommendations to Commodity Managers for decision-making
Develop and execute projects aimed at cost reduction, improved supplier terms, or better total cost of ownership
Prepare business cases, sourcing reports, and presentations summarizing opportunities and results
Track and report cost savings from sourcing initiatives
Lead supply base expansions initiatives, including identifying and qualifying second- and third source suppliers for single-sourced or high-risk purchase parts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
3–5 years of sourcing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience leading sourcing projects and identifying cost-down opportunities
Strong independent project management and execution skills
Excellent sourcing, negotiation, and analytical capabilities
Confident, proactive communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Ability to identify new suppliers and market opportunities
Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems and Excel
Comfortable with occasional travel for supplier visits and industry events
Preferred
Exposure to trade shows, supplier events, or international sourcing is a plus
Company
AKG of America
AKG Group has become a leading producer of heat exchangers. Our group of companies is financially stable, creative & expanding.
Founded in 1981Mebane, North Carolina, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alexander Gress
CFO
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