Senior Sourcing Specialist

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for the development and implementation of short- and long-term sourcing strategies
• Responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supply base. This will involve initial supplier survey, qualification and risk assessment of new suppliers
• Drive cost deflation and avoidance through negotiations, supplier process and productivity improvements
• Participate in Product Transfer ensuring all sourcing related matters are planned and executed in a timely manner
• Lead sourcing projects to migrate production material spend to Low Cost Countries
• Gather market intelligence on supply base and technology trends on assigned commodities
• Negotiate supplier contractual terms & conditions including long term agreements
• Manage and co-ordinate early supplier involvement in New Product Introduction projects from parts design stage through mass production, ensuring critical timelines are met
• Upgrade and maintain an efficient sourcing and procurement system
• Manage and develop team members skills and knowledge

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain or relevant field
• 5+ years of experience in Sourcing and Procurement in a global company
• SAP proficient
• Excellent Communication Skills and Analytical Skills