What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Specialist position at JMA Wireless?
JMA is restoring U.S. leadership in wireless technology at a critical time in the transition to 5G. It makes the world’s most advanced software-based 5G platform, designed, coded, and manufactured in Syracuse, NY at the only U.S.-owned 5G factory in the country.
Across its global tech centers, JMA makes 5G possible for organizations with the most critical connectivity demands in the world. JMA’s technology is ushering in a new era of connectivity for leading mobile carriers, the most iconic stadiums, major universities, leading healthcare centers, the busiest transit centers, and the U.S. Military.
5G is more than another G on your phone — it is a generational opportunity to change the way the world operates. Join the industry’s fastest growing technology company to shape that future today.
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing commodity strategies that align with JMA’s overall business and strategic objectives. They will be responsible for executing sourcing decisions for responsible commodities and suppliers. This role will be a continuous improvement effort to increase the efficiency for all procurement processes and activities.
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- Risk Management
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions
- Implement strategies to ensure business continuity
- Negotiations
- Assist in contract negotiations to ensure favorable terms and conditions
- Optimize total costs by understanding cost-drivers and executing on cost savings initiatives
- Supplier Management
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships as primary sourcing contact
- Conduct regular supplier evaluations and business reviews with other JMA stakeholders to ensure supplier performance
- Collaboration
- Develop and maintain internal relationships with other team members in Engineering, Quality, Logistics, etc. to assist with the project at hand
- Bachelor’s degree and (2) years’ experience or at least (5) years of Supply Chain / Purchasing experience
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to work well across multiple teams
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to communicate effectively with suppliers
- SAP experience preferred
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Excel
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At JMA, our people are deeply committed to their work and we provide benefits to match. When you join JMA you have immediate access to everything you need. Whether you're looking for employee discounts, financial, legal and/or childcare resources and support, we have you covered. We believe in providing comprehensive health and wellness coverage along with monetary rewards towards health goals, in addition to numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you.
At JMA, we don’t just accept differences — we embrace them. JMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000