If you are a self-starter, with a passion for global sourcing and a desire to make a significant impact on our company's success, we want to hear from you.
Position: Global Sourcing Specialist
Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Global Sourcing Specialist to join our dynamic team. As a Global Sourcing Specialist, you will play a critical role in our company's international sourcing strategy by identifying and developing relationships with global suppliers to support our business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement global sourcing strategies to support business growth and cost reduction initiatives.
- Source and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery of goods and services.
- Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable pricing and terms for the company.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance and relationships to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and service level expectations.
- Identify and qualify new suppliers to expand the company's global sourcing network.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand sourcing needs and requirements, and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
- Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities.
- Manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, and onboarding.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize sourcing processes and drive cost savings.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical standards in sourcing activities.
- Provide regular reporting and analysis on sourcing activities and performance metrics to support decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in global sourcing, preferably in a manufacturing or retail environment.
- Strong understanding of global sourcing best practices and market trends.
- Proven experience in negotiating and managing contracts with suppliers.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong partnerships with suppliers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in using sourcing software and tools.
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed.
Join our team and be a part of our exciting journey towards global expansion and success.