Serve as a liaison between Supply Chain, other business functions, and suppliers to ensure team and suppliers are effectively supporting programs and projects.
Understand indices that drive pricing across industries and be able to forecast changes.
Analyze key spend data utilizing a variety of sources to identify trends, investigate and identify alternative sourcing options.
Achieve world-class results in Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
Drive ongoing supplier optimization and continuous improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, or Technical related degree or 3 years equivalent experience.
5-7 years’ experience in sourcing, preferably in light manufacturing.
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to be influential and work effectively, with all levels of management, across the organization.
Proficient with Microsoft tools for data analysis and communication.
Proven ability to aggregate, prioritize and leverage across multiple sites.
Demonstrated team player with strong initiative.
Highly organized self-starter, effective in managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Capable of reading and interpreting engineering documentation and technical data.
Experienced in presentation abilities, including PowerPoint development. Expected to present to operations leadership.
Ability to professionally represent A-dec by developing productive working relationships with suppliers.
Preferred Qualifications
Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and web-based business systems desired.
APICS CPIM and/or ISM C.P.M./A.P.P. desired.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not to be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A-dec reserves the right to assign job duties and days and hours of work based on factors such as workload requirements, staffing levels, and customer demands.
At A-dec, we value our people and show it by prioritizing an inclusive culture, total well-being, and opportunities for learning and career advancement.
A background check and screen for the illegal use of drugs is required.
A-dec is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, A-dec will not discriminate against applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor”
A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.
