Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Strategic Sourcing SpecialistPosition at Lincoln IndustriesSUMMARY: Lincoln Industries is the largest most diverse privately-held metal finishing company in North America. We develop technical solutions that move our customers forward by bringing their visions to life. As part of supporting our growth strategy, we have needs for talented individuals to help support our global supply base capabilities with our Strategic Sourcing Team in Lincoln, NE.WAGE TYPE: Salaried ExemptFLSA Exemption: Administrative ExemptionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: As part of the Lincoln Industries' Strategic Sourcing Team, candidates perform the following to support our growth strategy:Support company growth by quoting projects with current strategic suppliers in a variety of manufacturing categories (stampings, castings, coatings, polishing, forgings, tube, fabrication and raw materials)Analyze technical prints and make suggestions for increasing manufacturability and decreasing costsEvaluate and compare supplier quotes based on multiple factors and provide recommendations to the Sales teamAssist cross-functional teams on project implementation as the key contact for suppliersDevelop relationships with strategic suppliers via email, phone calls and on-site visitsDrive cost savings improving manufacturability of products, creating economies of scale and optimizing supply-chainsBecome the voice of the suppliers to internal customers discussing both technical and general topicsLead teams to solve supplier challenges that are outside of day-to-day itemsBuild relationships between Lincoln Industries' departments (Account Managers, Supplier Quality, Integration Engineering, Planning, IT, Sales, Accounting) to address and resolve critical issues related to customer needs and supplier performanceManage supplier scorecards for assigned key suppliersORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:Reports to: Director of SourcingQUALIFICATIONS: We are looking for strong candidates with the following credentials. Experience may be substituted for educational requirements as outlined below:Education and/or Experience:Preferred:Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in chain management, business or equivalent experience.Procurement experience in manufacturing environments.Experience negotiating contracts and quoting projectsCommunication Skills:Ability to effectively communicate requirements and details.Ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment.Ability to be both assertive and fair when working with suppliers.TRAVEL:Up to 20%, domestic and international travel as-needed.Physical Requirements:Job Category E – Low Labor IntensiveMust be able to perform physical functions equivalent to Category E.Rarely - Occasionally - Frequently - Constant0-25% of work activity - 26 -50% of work activity - 51 -75% of work activity - 76 - 100% of work activityRegular Exposure To Uncomfortable Conditions - XPersonal Protective Equipment Required - XFrequent Indoor Work - XOutdoor Work - XMachine Interfacing - XComputer Interfacing - XHot Weather - XCold Weather - XHigh Humidity Indexes - XElectrical Hazards - XDirty - XDusty - XSteam - XFumes-Vapor - XNoisy - XChemical Exposure - XToxic Chemicals - XFire Hazards - XPotential Confined Work Space - XAwkward or Minimized Work Space - XWalking - XStooping - XBending - XSitting - XTyping - XBalancing - XReaching - XContinuous Standing - XClimbing (catwalk, steps, ladders, etc.) - XCarrying <20lbs - XLifting <20lbs. - XTwisting - XTurning - XPinching - XGripping - XVibration (including but not limited to)·Hand Tools - X·Polishing Lathes·Equipment Usage·Pipe Bending or Cutting EquipmentSquatting - XPushing <20lbs. - XPulling <20lbs. - XStatic Work - XPulling - XWorking at Waist-Shoulder Level - XWorking Above Shoulder Level - XWorking In High Far (Reach) Position - XWorking Below Shoulder Level - X