Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist Northern Technologies International Corporation - 2.8 Circle Pines, MN Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $75,000 a year 8 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Customer service Project management Bachelor's degree Supply chain management Vendor relationship management Organizational skills Vendor negotiation Manufacturing Supplier relationship management (SRM) Full Job Description Purpose Responsible for procuring raw materials, components, finished goods, and coordinating with sub-contractors and service providers to meet quality requirements, competitive pricing, and within acceptable timeframes. Establishes and maintains beneficial vendor relationships. Organizes and maintains purchasing information- multiple supplier contacts, materials and supply items, bids, quotes and prices within SAP. Works with manufacturing to establish and maintain proper inventory/stock levels within normal lead vendor times. Role and Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain purchased items inventory levels and order points assisted by Sales and Production management
• Monitors available inventory items by verifying stock; scheduling delivery
• Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department
• Obtains purchased items by communicating orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders
• Authorizes payment adjustment for purchases containing variances in price, quantity, terms or fees
• Provides purchasing planning and control direction by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
• Provides custom quotes to Sales as needed
• Updates job knowledge by participating in applicable educational opportunities
• Work on projects to qualify new vendors and products alongside R D, Quality, and Production
• Maintains relevant vendor details, order management, and pricing data in ERP system
• Identifies cost-out and supply risk mitigation opportunities
• Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related tasks as needed Qualifications and Education Requirements
• Supply Chain Management
• Multi-Vendor Relationships

Skills:

Negotiation, Organization, Customer Service, Expediting, Documentation, Project Management

• Process Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Manufacturing Quality
• Education and / or experience desired: Four-year degree related to Supply Chain / Vendor Management, APICS certification, America Purchasing Society certification, or 5+ years of relevant related experience.

Preferred Skills Strong organizational skills Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills Problem solving skills Effective planning and prioritization skills Ability to work independently and under pressure Proficiency with using Microsoft Excel Experience using SAP ERP system ISO Every employee is expected to support the NTIC Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with our Quality System Manual and Quality Control Procedures. This position is responsible to set, follow and maintain the QMS and related Quality Control Procedures. This position also has change authority over their processes.

Physical Requirements of Job:

Tasks are essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, bending, light lifting, or other restricted physical activities. However, some tasks may require some physical effort, i.e. some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (5-10 lbs.); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of shop or office equipment. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at keyboard.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Purchasing/Sourcing:

3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person