Sourcing Specialist

Job Summary Accountable for executing and optimizing sourcing solutions for the end‑to‑end supply chain with a 1‑5 year horizon. Collaborate with the Sourcing Manager to develop supply‑chain solutions for new product development projects, make‑vs‑buy decisions, global capacity additions, risk‑mitigation assessments, and support business growth objectives. Build and nurture relationships at all organizational levels, with suppliers and strategic partners, focusing on new product development (NPD), outsourcing options, business continuity planning, cost‑optimized solutions, and future business needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead supplier identification, development, negotiations, cost analysis and selection to support long‑term business needs. Assist in developing and implementing supply‑chain strategies that enhance competitive advantage. Interface with key internal functions (product management, project management, manufacturing, advanced technology, engineering, sales, quality & finance) to ensure alignment with new product development and business growth. Implement purchase orders for new product development projects (pre‑stage gate to stage gate 3) as needed. Manage CapEX purchase orders timely, effectively and cost‑advantageously for new equipment. Lead development of risk‑mitigation and outsourcing recommendation strategies, and assist with contract negotiations. Perform risk analysis of proposed procurements and develop mitigation plans. Collect market intelligence and develop profiles for key suppliers to support material market trend analysis. Collaborate with finance to assess make‑vs‑buy options and develop business recommendations. Provide long‑term forecasts to key suppliers based on historical consumption and future growth projections. Enforce strategic inventory policies to achieve inventory‑turn objectives. Implement value‑stream mapping, risk assessments and deploy lean manufacturing tools and techniques. Contribute to integrated business planning processes, maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the complete end‑to‑end supply chain. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in procurement processes. Required Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in supply chain, technical or business. Certifications: CPM / CPSM or APICS (US); CIPS or IOM (UK) or regional equivalent. Skills and Experience Five years experience across all procurement process disciplines (spend category management, market and cost analysis, negotiations, supplier selection, supplier performance, agreements/metrics, supplier value management). High degree of problem‑solving and decision‑making ability. Strategic thinking and ability to interpret technical needs into supply‑chain solutions. Ability to interface with customers and suppliers externally and with multiple internal disciplines. Global supply‑chain experience preferred. Familiarity with ERP software required; preference for SAP experience. Benefits Competitive benefits package including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, and more to meet the diverse needs of employees and their families. Equal Opportunity Employer Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class. Drug Free Workplace Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr