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    Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Buffalo, United States - Edwards Vacuum

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    Full time
    Description

    At Edwards, our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.

    Strategic Sourcing Specialist

    Buffalo, NY *

    Salary Range: $80, ,000

    Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

    The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the sourcing of components used in the production of vacuum pumps that meet the requirements in terms of quality, price and delivery performance.


    • Exploring for new suppliers & sourcing opportunities locally and internationally
    • Identification of supply chain optimization leading to the implementation of CC7 cost reduction projects
    • Challenging and optimization of product specification in close cooperation with the engineering team to allow for the most cost effective and high total quality solutions
    • Responsible for the supplier selection process including price analysis and price negotiations
    • Optimization of the supply chain process
    • Provide support to the inventory management activities together with the planning and production team
    • Ensure the procurement function's early involvement and participation on teams for new product development and cost savings
    • Create and manage commercial terms of supply and implement supply agreements with key suppliers
    • Create and manage commodity and supply strategy in order to deliver value to the PC by driving down product cost and maximizing quality. This may include value engineering, price and quotation analysis, supplier development & rationalization, make vs. buy decisions, and outsourcing low value add operations.
    • Lead and manage supplier and component transfers to support product transfer projects and report in project meetings
    • Identify risks to supply and develop and implement plans or policies to mitigate these risks
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    Experience requirements
    • Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing or procurement in a production environment
    • Solid negotiation skills
    • Results focused with ability to report on KPI's
    • Analyze and use critical thinking, looking into problems and identifying root causes with facts, numbers and sound logic
    • Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical specifications
    • Casting, machining, assembly and metal fabrication processes is a plus

    Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

    Knowledge
    • Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, second language is a plus
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
    • Good verbal and written communications skills
    • Experienced with MRP systems

    Educational requirements
    • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain or equivalent experience

    Additional requirements
    • Ability to travel domestically and internationally
    • Ability to build relationships with both colleagues and suppliers
    • Ability to work independently while in a fast paced, change oriented environment
    • Take responsibility on the assigned process
    • Well-organized
    • Willingness to learn is a must
    • Proactive and commitment to solve problems "do not let a problem remain before the sunset"
    • Solid and effective communication skills - verbal, written and interpersonal

    Benefits Summary:

    Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance

    Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice.

    Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging. Women encouraged to apply.

    About Edwards

    Edwards is a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated vacuum products, exhaust management systems and related value-added services. Edwards solutions are integral to manufacturing processes for semiconductors, flat panel displays, LEDs and solar cells. They are also used within an increasingly diverse range of industrial processes including power, glass and other coating applications; steel and other metallurgy; pharmaceutical and chemical; and for scientific instruments in a wide range of R&D applications.

    Edwards has over 4,000 employees worldwide engaged in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum and exhaust management equipment. Edwards has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and North America.



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