Indirect Purchasing Specialist at CentroMotion Indirect Purchasing Specialist at CentroMotion in Medina, Ohio Posted in 9 days ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Sr. Sourcing Specialist-Indirect Materials Seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead Indirect procurement with emphasis on Capex, MRO, and Logistics. This role requires a strong sourcing professional who brings solid process knowledge yet can operate effectively in a fluid, evolving environment. The ideal candidate will help strengthen procurement procedures, drive policy development, and build alignment across Finance, Operations, and Manufacturing Engineering.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Part of the global sourcing team supporting the sourcing of cluster of indirect procurement categories at a global and regional level, including: MRO, factory materials, goods and services, capital equipment, utilities, professional services, etc..
- Supports new supplier development and leads cost reduction and CapEx purchasing projects across the categories assigned at a global and regional level.
- Serves as an extension of the core team that implements best practice standardization in terms of sourcing processes, procurement market strategies, supplier strategies and risk mitigation.
- Maintains subject matter understanding specific to assigned categories: procurement market, commodity markets, cost driver and risk mitigation.
- Supports Strategic Sourcing Managers to source products and services, assist supplier audits, negotiate tooling and pricing, write contracts, perform value analysis to ensure supplier contract and timeline compliance.
- Assist in improving supplier performance metrics and scorecards.
- Working within the category cluster/team, this role is responsible for executing projects, analysis, and necessary tasks to deliver the team's sourcing strategy to key stakeholders that includes engineering, sales, operations, quality etc.
- Lead assigned analysis, projects, and execute actions in order to make improvements in total cost including terms, freight, unit cost, quality improvement and inventory reduction.
- Analyze and report on global commodity indexes and macro-environment trends to ensure uninterrupted flow of product at current or better cost.
- Visit suppliers for continuous improvement and project execution in partnership with the Strategic Sourcing Manager.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field CPIM and or equivalent professional certification will be an advantage Travel Requirements - 10% domestic
Ideal Candidate:
A hands-on, adaptable sourcing expert who can balance daily execution with process development-helping elevate procurement maturity while delivering immediate value.
What We Offer Comprehensive Health Benefits:
Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
Health Savings Account:
Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
Company-Provided Insurance:
We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
Voluntary Insurance Options:
Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance. 401(k)
Plan:
Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
Educational Support:
Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
Lifestyle Reimbursement:
Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
Wellness Program:
Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
Safe Work Environment:
Work in a clean and safe environment.
Generous Paid Time Off:
Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year's, plus paid vacation available from day one.
Paid Parental Leave:
Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.