What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing Specialist position at Viking Range, LLC?
Description
The Sourcing Specialist will lead multiple initiatives to reduce total landed cost, optimize spending, maximize resource utilization and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO). To that purpose, the Sourcing Specialist will conduct sourcing events (RFQs, RFPs), drive negotiations, continuous improvement and cost reductions initiatives with suppliers. Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills are essential to drive effective collaboration with Materials, Operations, Engineering and Finance teams.
Sourcing & Supplier Management
The Sourcing Specialist will lead multiple initiatives to reduce total landed cost, optimize spending, maximize resource utilization and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO). To that purpose, the Sourcing Specialist will conduct sourcing events (RFQs, RFPs), drive negotiations, continuous improvement and cost reductions initiatives with suppliers. Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills are essential to drive effective collaboration with Materials, Operations, Engineering and Finance teams.
Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Manage assigned supply base, driving continuous cost improvements, including negotiation of favorable pricing, terms and conditions, achieving best total cost of ownership (TCO).
- Lead sourcing events (RFQs, RFPs) enabling total landed cost reduction opportunities and new product development.
- Drive continuous and effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure optimal operational execution, product delivery, quality and compliance.
- Drive effective business reviews with key suppliers and internal teams.
- Implement best practices to improve supplier performance, reduce waste, and enhance supply chain reliability.
- Leverage data analytics to drive continuous improvement for effective sourcing and material management processes.
- Partner with Operations, Quality and Materials teams to ensure material availability and timely resolution of supply related issues.
- Collaborate closely with Finance and Treasury to comply with company procedures and policies related to accounts payable.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering, finance or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, materials or supply chain roles.
- Experience in international trade is a plus.
- Knowledge of MS Excel, MRP/ERP systems and inventory management best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Participative leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong assertive communication, ability to positively influence others and drive results.