Senior Sourcing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Sourcing Specialist

Location: Troy, AL

Classification: Salary

Grade: Salary Grade II

Department: Purchasing

Reports To : Purchasing Manager

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Senior Sourcing Specialist supports uninterrupted production by leading:

1. NPI Sourcing - owns and leads the plan for every part (PFEP) for NPIs and ensures compliance with purchasing processes as they work with product engineering, product management and other critical functional areas. This role works closely with engineering, product management, and planning to align supplier capabilities, negotiate pricing, and track launch milestones. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in this fast-paced environment.
2. Strategic Souring CI: owns and leads the souring of parts in support of bullet #1 and souring to support commodities shifted from poor performing suppliers to new or existing capable suppliers to reduce business continuity exposure supported by Supplier Quality, Internal Subject Matter Expertise (SME) and other functional areas to ensure a smooth transition

The Senior Sourcing Specialist helps to ensure team goals, high performance and team productivity. This position will work closely with the purchasing manager, buyers, as well as the production planners to help manage uninterrupted plant operation due to purchased components. This job will also be responsible for supplier surveillance and development activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with engineering and product management teams to ensure all processes are followed for requesting new purchased parts
• Serve as a liaison between engineering/product management and suppliers to align on capability needs and part specifications
• Negotiate pricing and terms for new parts while ensuring compliance with Kimber’s purchasing policies and procedures
• Ensure all required NDAs are executed prior to the disclosure of proprietary or design-related information
• Track and manage key milestones for new part launches, including first article inspections, capability lots, and production start dates
• Ensure supplier commitments on timing and deliverables are clearly documented, communicated, and achieved
• Establish and maintain accurate lead times in the system; proactively identify obstacles to schedule adherence and escalate as needed
• Maintain open order reports, expedite deliveries as needed, and ensure PO lines reflect current status
• Work with receiving and inventory control to ensure receipts align with PO expectations
• Monitor supplier performance metrics such as on-time delivery, responsiveness, and quality
• Investigate and resolve issues related to shortages, quality concerns, and invoicing discrepancies
• Support make-or-buy decisions and supplier sourcing evaluations
• Participate in internal production and planning meetings to remain aligned with priorities and upcoming needs
• Assist in supplier development efforts and continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Focused with a keen eye for detail with strong analytical & numerical skills
• Solid planning, interpersonal, and oral/written communication skills
• Strong facilitation skills to lead projects and engage suppliers through the sourcing process.
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process, MRP/ERP Systems (Infor Visual experience a plus)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight production deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office and Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiating and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Minimum 4 year degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a supply chain management and/or manufacturing procurement environment focused on metal/ alloy part acquisition
• Ability to travel when required

REASONING ABILITY

This position requires various reasoning abilities in order to be successful such as:

• Ability to collect and document data
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to perform complex and varied tasks
• Ability to perform simple, repetitive tasks for an extended period of time

COMPUTER SKILLS

Required knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word using MS Windows platform. MS PowerPoint and MS Access experience is a plus. Familiarity utilizing email, ERP and Computerized Inventory System.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of the job the employee works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Personal protective equipment will be used frequently.

Working outdoors may occur occasionally during prevailing weather and climate conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

This position requires compliance with the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by all pertinent regulations and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and/or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Company.