Sourcing Specialist - Labels & Direct Procurement

Strategic Sourcing With Real Operational Impact We are looking for a hands‑on Sourcing Specialist to support label, retail, and industrial/capital equipment production in a hybrid role supporting our Joppa, MD office. This position combines strategic and operational label sourcing (70%) with direct sourcing of engineering and production components (30%). In this role, you will help ensure uninterrupted production supply while actively building and managing a strong local supplier base, driving cost efficiency, and contributing to long‑term sourcing strategies. Define and implement sourcing strategies for label materials Identify, source, and onboard new label suppliers Manage supplier relationships, performance, and development Lead RFQs, price negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives Own budgeting and quarterly forecasting for label categories Analyze pricing and volume deviations and take corrective actions Develop and maintain KPI reporting (e.g., Material Price Development) Collaborate closely with plants to ensure supply continuity and performance Semi annual formal sourcing strategy updates (in collaboration with HQ) Monthly MPD reviews with individual plant managers (along with HQ and NA LC leadership) Lead supplier quality/delivery issue resolution Regular visits to all (3) NA sites for line level supplier performance feedback Source and onboard local suppliers for engineering and production components, including: Sheet metal (steel, aluminum) Plastics Wood (packaging/shipping) Electronics and assemblies Lead RFQs, supplier selection, and commercial negotiations Support new product introductions and engineering changes Evaluate and develop suppliers to improve cost, quality, and delivery Implement dual sourcing and risk mitigation strategies Work closely with production, engineering, and supplier development teams Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality, service, and delivery issues Drive cost reduction initiatives and supplier optimization projects Conduct regular plant and supplier visits to identify improvement opportunities Your profile 3–7+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain Experience in manufacturing, ideally within industrial or capital equipment Ability to read technical drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Analytical mindset with experience in KPI-driven environments Hands‑on, proactive, and comfortable working close to production #J-18808-Ljbffr Bizerba USA Inc